Running Tip: So you are about to do your first race.

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  • MayMaydoesntrun
    MayMaydoesntrun Posts: 805 Member
    Thanks for this information! I put in a search for pre race dinners and your thread was the first on the list...I've run 4 different 5k's but tomorrow, I'm running a 5 mile race..I actually ran the same course 2 weeks ago to "check it out" and to make sure I could even DO 5 miles (4.5 was my PB on distance)..anyhoo, I wasn't sure if I need to carb load or not for this extra distance. I'm sticking with my routine for my 5K's per your advice, also because I'm familiar and I know it's what works for me. Oh, and btw, I was able to run the 5 mile course WITHOUT stopping! I was so stoked! I ran it slow and steady so that's my plan for the morning! Have a great weekend!
  • c2sky
    c2sky Posts: 487 Member
    Great list! You got me psyched!

    Here is a little tip I learned two years ago that works so well, especially in the summer.

    Hopefully we all know about "Body glides" and vaseline to put everywhere fabric rubs, to avoid chafing. But my young friend, who has placed first place women in many races, told me to put anti-persparant all over my feet, to prevent blisters. Works like a charm!!!!! On hot days, when we run harder than normal, etc. It works great! I also use it when I go hiking.
  • BifDiehl
    BifDiehl Posts: 474
    Thanks so much for taking the time to compile this list! My first 5k is tomorrow and I'm psyched! :heart:
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    loved this.
    thank you.
    i'm running my first half marathon sunday! :) i'm excited but nervous as well.
    Thanks for the great tips.
  • c2sky
    c2sky Posts: 487 Member
    loved this.
    thank you.
    i'm running my first half marathon sunday! :) i'm excited but nervous as well.
    Thanks for the great tips.

    Have a great time at your marathon. Where are you running it at?
  • sbcohn22
    sbcohn22 Posts: 7
    bump
  • poseyj88
    poseyj88 Posts: 140 Member
    Great info! I'm running my second race, and first 10k tomorrow!
  • Ping_A1C2U
    Ping_A1C2U Posts: 91
    Thank you for posting this - I am running my first 5k tomorrow, and am so nervous. I'm so glad I know not to wear the race shirt, haha.
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    loved this.
    thank you.
    i'm running my first half marathon sunday! :) i'm excited but nervous as well.
    Thanks for the great tips.

    Have a great time at your marathon. Where are you running it at?

    sorry a little late here, It was in Fairfield CT
  • chryciw
    chryciw Posts: 124 Member
    Bump. Good advice. :)
  • becka63
    becka63 Posts: 712 Member
    Bump for my run this weekend!
  • evonday
    evonday Posts: 141 Member
    Great info!
  • Trail_Addict
    Trail_Addict Posts: 1,340 Member
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  • julieanddavid
    julieanddavid Posts: 13
    bump
  • Givemewings
    Givemewings Posts: 864 Member
    Thanks so much for this advice. I'm running my first race ever, a 10K ( not sure why but have skipped doing a 5K...is this wise?!!) in May. Do you have any tips for training? I am doing the Bridge to 10K program and am currently running around 8.5K with two 1 min walk breaks.
  • madamepsychosis
    madamepsychosis Posts: 472 Member
    Thank you for this! I'm running my first 5k in July, so ages away yet, but this will all really come in handy.
  • Leanz
    Leanz Posts: 2,025 Member
    My first 5 k is on 25th! This was just what I needed to read tonight! Thanks for your effort! Am also interested in the running with dog issue. My lab is 9 months old and I would love to know when he can start rubnning with me. Did you know there is a Pooch to 5k programme??

    Givemewings - I am doing the B to 10k also and ran 8.3ks this morning!
  • hailz840
    hailz840 Posts: 136 Member
    bump for later, some great tips thanks
  • marielouisehilton
    marielouisehilton Posts: 42
    Thank you :smile:
  • mrsmacg2012
    mrsmacg2012 Posts: 27
    Bump - thanks for the tips!
  • Leanz
    Leanz Posts: 2,025 Member
    First ever 5k race done! 31:26 - stoked!!
  • SmashleeWpg
    SmashleeWpg Posts: 567 Member
    GREAT read, thanks so much for posting!! :)
  • oldy76
    oldy76 Posts: 185 Member
    I just did my first 8km race a couple of weekends ago with over 70,000 others! This would have been great to read even though it went really well. I laughed at the de-shoeing comment... I did that to a lady in front of me. She was most annoyed.
  • tracym22
    tracym22 Posts: 107 Member
    Bump for later! Thanks :flowerforyou:
  • GMC_81
    GMC_81 Posts: 139 Member
    Another bump.

    Thank you, such well written advice :drinker:
  • n8na
    n8na Posts: 76 Member
    bump
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    Oldie but a goodie - bumping this thread for any first time racers getting ready for this weekend. Great info here!
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