Egor Akimov
Half-marathon running. Pre-race day checklist. My Personal best is 1:28:50.
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Half-marathon running. Pre-race day checklist. My Personal best is 1:28:50.
Egor Akimov
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Egor Akimov
The best time is – the day prior to the race day.
It can improve your motivation and mood, you can buy sports nutrition, including energy gels, salt sticks, hydration drinks, etc. It is also a great chance to meet your running peers or members from your running club and community.
Rain, cold, or heat can change the plans pretty dramatically. Be prepared and aware of how to adjust your race tactic or clothes based on the conditions.
If yes, for what time I have to set up the alarm.
Consider the possibility of being stuck in traffic or not enough free parking spots.
If it is family or relatives let them know about the morning schedule and your pre-race plans in general.
Do you know exactly where the Start/Finish areas are? This point makes sense especially if you have never been to this place before.
Spend 20 min to research it. It is worth it.
Buy energy gels or drinks prior to the race day even if you can do it on the race day. Choose those you have tried before. Don’t experiment during the half-marathon. My favorite US online store is www.thefeed.com.
There is a big chance you will need more relaxation and recovery time after the finish.
If you’re going to have it, make sure you have all the necessary food in the fridge. The main recommendation – no experiments.
There is a chance you can miss something in the morning. Much better to prepare everything from the evening.
Remember, you will have to wake up on the race day earlier than regular.
The tank is full. It can happen that you will be late and spend time at the gas station.
What is your starting pace, estimated finish time, etc? On the race day, you will not be able to concentrate on such issues.
Plugin it for the whole night.
Follow it immediately after waking up. The chances to finish with a good time are pretty low if you will leave some of your stuff at home.
In the morning it will not be your main priority.
Publish your Checklists after the finish.