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

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  • bdurls
    bdurls Posts: 128 Member
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    Bump! Thank you for the info. Just what I need!
  • ddboone
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  • Kimbie500
    Kimbie500 Posts: 388 Member
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    1st 5k in September, thanks for the pointers!
  • olpbabe
    olpbabe Posts: 89
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    Great tips! Thanks!
  • tam120
    tam120 Posts: 444 Member
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    bump
  • MereMe
    MereMe Posts: 312 Member
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    Thanks for sharing!
  • sarahemily72
    sarahemily72 Posts: 106
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    Great tips!!! Thanks!
  • elizamc
    elizamc Posts: 285 Member
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    Fab post, thank you!
  • springtrio
    springtrio Posts: 429 Member
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    Fantastic info - going to do all of t his.
  • cmDaffy
    cmDaffy Posts: 6,991 Member
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    bump!
  • emd0019
    emd0019 Posts: 179 Member
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    I am running my first 5K in december. Thanks for the advice
  • Topsking2010
    Topsking2010 Posts: 2,245 Member
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    bump
  • megz85g
    megz85g Posts: 101 Member
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    bump to read later
  • baptistgirl23
    baptistgirl23 Posts: 235 Member
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    Thanks for the tips! :o)
  • sprinkies
    sprinkies Posts: 309 Member
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    these are all REALLY great tips. i ran my first half marathon (and first race for that matter) and these tips woulda helped tremendously!
  • sharonsjones
    sharonsjones Posts: 574 Member
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    Thanks for the info! My husband and and I are doing our first 1/2 marathon Nov 13th. I've ran 5ks and done tris but never a half marathon.
  • SmartFunGorgeous
    SmartFunGorgeous Posts: 699 Member
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  • MissMichellemybelle
    MissMichellemybelle Posts: 70 Member
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    Thanks for the great info!

    I have a question about gels/water on runs.

    I have run only one 5k and one 8k so far, but am aiming for a marathon in about a year.

    What is the race/training distance where I should start running with water or even gels to eat while running?

    I understand most races will include water and gatorade stations, but for the training beforehand, what is the distance to start bringing those with?
  • AZTrailRunner
    AZTrailRunner Posts: 1,199 Member
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    Thanks for the great info!

    I have a question about gels/water on runs.

    I have run only one 5k and one 8k so far, but am aiming for a marathon in about a year.

    What is the race/training distance where I should start running with water or even gels to eat while running?

    I understand most races will include water and gatorade stations, but for the training beforehand, what is the distance to start bringing those with?

    That is a personal question, and depends on your fitness level and environment. Personally, I don't need any fuel or water for 10Ks or less, but others may as their run times may be longer. Also, if it's hot out, you may need water sooner than on a cool run.

    Generally speaking though, the body needs to refuel once you get around 45 minutes into your run, and then every 30-45 minutes after that. As for water, it depends if you are drinking Garotade (or the like), or taking gels/ gummies. If you are eating your fuel, then you'll want to drink a little more often, maybe every 10- 15 minutes, depending on the distance, pace, and climate.
  • LilSomethin
    LilSomethin Posts: 545 Member
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    Running my first 5K on Oct 16th....Thanks for the great info :)

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