Bombay 2006 - Vultures

[Mid Life Crisis Marathon Man]

And yes, carbs and hydration are essential now but this DOES NOT MEAN BEER! After this week I'd stick to water and get plenty of rest.

Gad, so it's come to this. Our illustrious leader has trodden the path of puritanism Give the guy a break - he's battling leopards, vultures and torturous heat and now temperance is looming large as well!

Carbs aren't the problem here, it's a matter of alcohol - which is both dehydrating and um, relaxing (some say it acts as a depressant, but not with this boy-o). Personally, I find running difficult within about 12 hours of drinking a couple of beers: but in the evening after a run, I can't see it as being a problem unless I'm planning another early morning jaunt the next day.

Doubt I'd drink within 48 hours of a race though, just to be safe. Except that I have it on good authority that it keeps vultures away... or was that vampires? Sometimes my memory's a bit vague after a few snifters.

Do watch out for that temperance union though