Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some advice.

[MRSchultz]

I'm running in a 1/2 marathon in Duluth, Minnesota this weekend. I'm VERY anxious and also excited at the same time.

I'm curious as to what other runners have done as far as eating and exercise the week of the race. Also, any good suggestions on snacks to bring, etc.

Thanks.
Marcia

 

[DebbieH]

RE: Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some adv...

Hi Marcia~I'll leave the eating to the experts but wanted to wish you GOOD LUCK! How exciting. I would love to do a 1/2 marathon. I'll be waiting to hear all about it.
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[muffins135]

RE: Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some adv...

From my experience with running half marathons - you shouldn't change anything that has worked for you when you have done your long runs.

I always carry water - 500ml should be enough if there are water stations. As for food I used to bring an energy bar of some kind - but I would use the same type of bar in training.

Good luck with your half. It's a nice distance.
Michele

 

[Debra L]

RE: Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some adv...

This week, just eat very healthy & drink lots of fluid. You really shouldn't make a change from your training diet, except to minimize fiber the day before your event.

Your event day diet should be the same as you've used on your long training day. If you've used gels, bars or energy drinks, use them during the event. You don't want to experiment the day of your event (or at least till several hours after!).

Usually there are appropriate choices at the event after the run (e.g. bagels, fruit, etc). Replenish the carbs immediately after your run, the get a combo of protein & carbs within an hour. Save the celebration meal till a bit later in the day. Again, this is the sort of fueling you (hopefully) have been doing after your long training runs except for the celebration part.

Enjoy your taper this week & Good Luck!

Debra

 

[run4fun]

RE: Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some adv...

Marcia-

Just wanted to say Good Luck! Let us know how it goes.

Beverly

 

[Bobbi]

RE: Running 1/2 marathon this weekend and need some adv...

The week before any race I cut back my mileage to spare my glycogen stores and eat lean proteins, high quality carbs and my favorite fats. I aim for at least 50% carbs. Stay hydrated during the race by takeing advantage of every water station. Then relax and have a ball. Races are in and of themselves exciting and you'll get pumped up and have a great run!
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