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hint0458 said
on 7/11/2009 One important step missing: practice running form. If your form is bad, you will waste energy and expose yourself to possible injury over extended races.
More importantly than running long miles (15-20) is coming up with a plan for your body to finish the race. This includes nutrition, hydration, and pacing of the race.
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 If you are healthy and you know it - Run, run , run.
Go with the flow in the beginning, listen to your heart in the middle and visualize the moment of completion toward the end. It's 5 hours and thousands of calories well spent.
It's an achievement of a lifetime.
Anonymous said
on 12/8/2005 Take your beloved animal companion along on your jogs. Make sure your dog is athletically capable of performing your intended route, all the way through. Be sure to bring water for the both of you.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Don't overtrain--you can never take those miles back once you've run them! It's better to be slightly undertrained before your marathon.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 If I'm going out for a long run, I like to think of having to sit on a plane for 5 hours - I would much rather be moving, running or walking, than sitting. Also think of how good you will feel once you're done.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Before you go out for your long runs - imagine the course from beginning to end. This has helped me to focus on finishing as opposed to stopping because I'm tired or bored.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 My great running partner always brought water & snacks when I thought I just needed to concentrate on running, but you do hit a wall with no fuel. Eat & drink before you feel it & if you're lucky organize family & friends to hand you treats every 5 mls.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Training for a marathon is all about dedication to the training schedule and it can be tough. When you really feel unmotivated just get yourself dressed, go out the front door and lock it behind you. Getting started on a run is always the toughest part.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 You'll learn a lot about training, diet, attire and proper mental motivation by talking with people that have run marathons before. It will help minimize mistakes common to first-time marathoners.