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Posted 6/17/2010 2:31 PM (GMT 0)
I was diagnosed with UC not too long ago after weeks of painful misery. I woul like to know if anyone who is a long distance ruuner who has UC, running is my passion but it seems like after my runs I just don't feel good anymore. Any suggestions, ideas much appreciated.

My current medications are:

4 pills of Lialda

20 mg Predinsone

Lipitor

6 MP 2 daily

 

Posted 6/17/2010 3:52 PM (GMT 0)
I haven't been an active runner for some time, but I can say I'd suspect a couple of things. First of all, UC itself takes a great toll, and I'm sure it's contributing to wearing you out. Also, though your Prednisone dosage isn't high, it can still cause fatigue and weakness (especially in the legs), and that's something to consider as you continue running.

If you haven't already, you might consider doing shorter distances. Just until you're feeling better and have tapered off of the Prednisone.
Posted 6/17/2010 3:56 PM (GMT 0)
I am a marathon runner who was recently diagnosed with UC. I know EXACTLY how you feel. During my flare I got very fatigued when running. I always felt so dehydrated. Of course I continued to run regardless because well, that's what we do! For some people running triggers flares, but for others running is a great stress reducer and can help you. I've been drinking a ton of gatorade and water to keep myself hydrated. I believe that I am finally going into remission because my runs are improving. My advice would be to take an easy on running during a flare. Unless the running is triggering your flares, it's not something you need to give up.
Posted 6/17/2010 7:15 PM (GMT 0)
I still run within moderation, but I can't keep up with the miles any more. I could force myself, but I needed so much rest to recover that I couldn't keep up with other things, like my job.

Running less (and fatigue) are the two greatest frustrations I have with UC. I've taken up cycling more, which isn't the same, but I can pile on the miles much more easily.
Posted 6/17/2010 7:41 PM (GMT 0)

once you go into remission, you should feel well enough to run long distances again.  Give yourself, a break now, you are treating a flare up- its good to continue to run/excercise if you can tolerate it.  Don't push yourself if you are too tired, but do it when you feel rested.

When I am in remission I feel complely normal and energetic. 

Posted 5/12/2012 8:46 PM (GMT 0)
I found this post through a search. I see it was written awhile ago. How are you doing now? I'm also a runner with UC. Have been struggling. It is such a pain. I was out on a run today, and almost had to go in bushes. :(

It is definitely the hardest thing to deal with having UC. I'm fighting tooth and nail to continue running, because it is my passion.

Posted 5/12/2012 8:54 PM (GMT 0)
Not really I hate running for more than a mile or two, usually run flatout sprints after one warmup around the lake. You might try a good elliptical or recumbent. That way water and facilities are nearby you can go as long as you like. Running is just very hard on the body but biking is too easy, sprints really demands so much more from me that I do not ever want to be without them. I just moved closer to the lake and we are running more and I am so glad. We also have a dirt road out back going 1/2 mile straight out from our new home into countryside and we run sprints there too.

None of this bothers my UC in the least. Friday was track meet for 7 schools on Field Day and out here near Boulder CO there was hardly any out of shape kids, the boys ran like they stole something, or like NFL wide receivers and most kids were doing their best - the relay was the most exciting. Back and forth in front of the bleachers.
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