Race day tips:
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arc918
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My top three tips (which can't be repeated enough):
1) Don't go out too fast!
2) Don't go out too fast!
3) Don't go out too fast!
If you are chasing a BQ or other arbitrary time goal (sub 4:00, sub 5:00) be extra careful. Going out on pace and trying to "hang on" usually has a really bad ending. Make sure your training really supports that pace (despite your desires).
Also, nothing new on race day - use your training to get all your nutrition & clothing figured out. Don't buy new shoes at the expo...
1) Don't go out too fast!
2) Don't go out too fast!
3) Don't go out too fast!
If you are chasing a BQ or other arbitrary time goal (sub 4:00, sub 5:00) be extra careful. Going out on pace and trying to "hang on" usually has a really bad ending. Make sure your training really supports that pace (despite your desires).
Also, nothing new on race day - use your training to get all your nutrition & clothing figured out. Don't buy new shoes at the expo...
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Good stuff.0
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You can muscle your way through a half without blowing up, but the truth will come out at mile 19. The marathon is a just a different beast and the effects of starting out too fast are exponential. Once the damage is done, you will pay heavily later in the race.0
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I suck at pacing...being less than a year into this racing thing, my technique is to pick a runner to follow and then switch to another one if it seems too fast or too slow...talk about clueless.0
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I would say don't change your routine. I decided to switch from bodyglide race day. If you look in my pics, you'll see the results. It looked like I was shot 2x in the chest.0
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Have fun. Don't ever forget why you're out there. Its because you love it. :flowerforyou:0
