Thinking about doing it occasionally. Looking for some experience from others. I've heard you recover faster from the "run-down" feeling afterwards than when donating blood, but also that the immune system can take a hit. If I keep plenty hydrated would I be alright running up to 80mpw (obviously not running right after donating)? Anyone here do it? How often and how many mpw do you run?
I felt fine donating, but just don't go run a hard effort right afterwards. I went and worked out at the gym once (immediately after donation) and just went to SH** from it. was wiped for almost a day after that, not a good idea. on the flip side, I've done plenty of easy 4-6milers right afterwards, just at 7-8min pace though.
50-60mpw
donate twice a week.
for a marathon taper: stopping donating is a huge bump in strength.