The Pedestrian's Record

88 the pedestrian's record. of digestion, may be occasionally given to vary the diet and gratify the taste. The legs of fowls are also esteemed. " Itis profitable to have the meat broiled, as much of its nutritive quality is lost by roasting or boiling. It ought to be dressed so as to remain tender and juicy ; for it is by these means that it will be easily digested, and afford most nourishment. Biscuit and stale bread are the only preparations of vegetable matter which are permitted to be given ; and every­ thing inducing flatulency must be carefully avoided. In general the quantity of aliment is not limited by the trainer, but left entirely to the discretion of the pedestrian, whose appetite should regulate him in this respect. " With respect to liquors they must always be taken cold, and home-brewed beer, old, but not bottled, is the best. A little red wine, however, may be given to those who are not fond of malt liquor, but never more than half a pint after dinner. It is an established rule to avoid liquids as much as possible, and no more liquor of any kind is allowed to be taken than is requisite to quench the thirst. After having gone on in this regular course for three or four weeks, the pedestrian must take a four-mile sweat, which is produced by running four miles in flannel at the top of his speed. Immediately on returning, a hot liquor is prescribed, in order to promote the perspiration, and of this he must drink an English pint. It is termed the sweating-liquor, and is composed of one ounce of