I agree that people way overdo gels and water for shorter distances, but 18 miles is probably a bit high. Personally I’ll bring 1 gel and probably plant a water bottle for 12 miles.
I’ve seen people with full hydration vests for 4 mile runs though and have no idea what they are thinking.
I guess everyone is different, but I don’t typically bring anything if I’m running a half or shorter. As long as you adequately hydrate beforehand, and you haven’t been starving yourself, you should be fine.
I agree that people way overdo gels and water for shorter distances, but 18 miles is probably a bit high. Personally I’ll bring 1 gel and probably plant a water bottle for 12 miles.
I’ve seen people with full hydration vests for 4 mile runs though and have no idea what they are thinking.
I guess everyone is different, but I don’t typically bring anything if I’m running a half or shorter. As long as you adequately hydrate beforehand, and you haven’t been starving yourself, you should be fine.