Lode Half Marathon Runners

Just a few tips for the day and a few days leading up to it:

Stock up on your carbohydrates, over the next few days, until race day, as well as waking up on the morning of the race eat plenty of carbs.

Drink plenty of water, a sedative adult on average is required to drink 8 pint size glasses a day, so anything more than this is a bonus especially when you lose a lot while perspiration through running/exercise.

Its mind over matter, if your training has gone according to plan then stay mentally strong throughout your race, possibly pet talk if needs be.

If you are running as a group, even a bigger bonus, you will encourage each other.

Try the wide strides techniques towards the end mainly to cover a wider space area when running, try and encourage those of you who are looking to beat your Personal Best.

Try not to under dress, so possibly have a light jacket/jumper with you if you need it, you can use, as some of us rather be too hot than cold.

Jelly beans, they are a brilliant source of energy, so many have a few handy in your pocket.

Throughout the course there will be water stations, try and drink even a few sips each time as you are losing water through perspiration, you are more likely to dehydrate.

This covers the basics, GOOD LUCK and let us know how you get on or even let us know how your feeling before and after the race.