ANYONE EVER USE PACE BANDS?

[syzygy314]

I found these through a link on Twitter for keeping or strategizing your pace during a race.

Just curious if anyone has tried them and had any opinions as to their worth. They're not expensive. You can get 3 for $7.00.

This is the link that was posted. I think it was through Cool Running.

http://races2remember.com/PaceBands.php

 

[cindi1]

I haven't tried these or seen them before. I have seen temporary pace tatoos you put on your arm. Same idea. I like the idea of them a lot.

 

[triermolly]

Tricia, congrats on your progress with STS. It inspires me!!

I have used them & they are great because you can choose your pacing strategy (start out slower & allow for slowing down at the end). They also customize them for the course (to let you slow down on hills). All the oher pace bands are with an even pace & not course-specific.

Which race are you training for? I just did the St. Louis full marathon yesterday & will run Fargo in May.

 

[syzygy314]

Hi Molly!

I was actually looking for my DH! He's registered for the Marine Corps Marathon in October (his first marathon) and I thought it might be a good idea!

Registration for the 10K doesn't open until next month. That's what I'm trying for! It would be my first race ever! This would be the first time I've gone and haven't stood on the sidelines cheering. Of course, I'll be done before him, so I'll still end up at the finish and cheering!

I may just order one for him. They don't appear to be too expensive. Do you have a site you prefer to order them from?

Thanks for the input and congrats on your race in St. Louis!

Tricia, congrats on your progress with STS. It inspires me!!

I have used them & they are great because you can choose your pacing strategy (start out slower & allow for slowing down at the end). They also customize them for the course (to let you slow down on hills). All the oher pace bands are with an even pace & not course-specific.

Which race are you training for? I just did the St. Louis full marathon yesterday & will run Fargo in May.