Hello! I am running a half marathon this morning (if I actually find it since I always get lost and have never been there)!
I’m just doing this race for fun because I just decided to do it this week. Hopefully, I’ll find a friend to run with
Here’s a list of pre-race Dos and Don’ts that I’ve learned from some of my recent races…
Do: Eat the same thing before the race that you ate during training.
Don’t: Eat a fish burrito the night before. Let’s leave it at that. (Also, don’t get your bangs cut by someone who apparently hates you, then have your picture taken for the blog.)
Don’t: Hydrate with Vodka (unless you want to have a good time, but a bad race.)
Do: Check the weather report so you know what to expect on race day.
Don’t: Assume that just because it’s Florida it’s going to be warm. I froze at the Disney World Marathon the year before last because I wasn’t prepared
Do: Invite your friends and family to run with, or come out and support you.
Don’t: Invite them if they’re jerks…
Do: Make a post-race plan for where you’ll meet your family/husband/other.
Don’t: Use your metallic blanket to cover disguise yourself as a super hero.
Do: Shower after the race. Sure, this one may be a given to you but I have been known to opt for a dip in the ocean instead…
Do: Refuel with lots of chocolate, ice cream and french fries after the race!
Don’t: Ignore this rule I’m serious.
Do: Set out all your things the night before so you don’t forget anything!
Don’t: Stay up all night reading blogs and watching Anchorman. Oops!
See ya later!
MightyMudDash says
Come race with us! Check us out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQsl8CkwJaU
cindylu says
I’d add write/print out directions to the race if it’s in an unfamiliar location and check the race website for any special directions on things like shuttles and parking. You don’t need the stress of just trying to get there on race morning. Stress does a number on my tummy and I definitely don’t need that.
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
I hope you did awesome today! I briefly considered doing a half marathon this morning- my sister told me about it, because her super hot professor is apparently doing it and she wanted to stalk him 🙂
runeatrepeat says
What half was it? You mean, I didn’t have to drive to Redlands and deal with the hills?
Christine @ Burning It Off says
Great tips! I like to eat white pasta or some other form of refined carbs the night before… and peanut butter and banana on toast the morning of. I’m debating whether to do another 10K or a half this summer… don’t know if I’m quite ready for a half marathon yet!
runeatrepeat says
Those are good tips too!
Nicky says
Good luck on your race! 🙂
Megan @ On The Road Again says
Good luck at the half today!
skinnyrunner says
oh geez, i wrote the same sorta post this morning but yours is way better and funnier. im such a loser.
good luck with your half!!
runeatrepeat says
That’s hard to believe, because normally you’re the funny one! I’ve gotta check it out…
Natalia - a side of simple says
Hope you have a great/fun race! And don’t forget to refuel with french fries and ice cream and chocolate 😉
Maryann (The Balanced Bean) says
Ah that costco ice cream is so amazing! Hope the race goes well!
Tracy @ Commit To Fit says
Good luck, Monica! Have a great race!
Amber K says
Have a great race!!
Jessica says
Thanks for the tips- I’m running my first half marathon 1 week from today and I’m starting to get nervous already! 🙂
PB Addict says
Good luck at your race 🙂
Jill says
Good luck! Hope you have a ton of fun. Thanks for all the tips. I’m alternating between looking forward to, and dreading my first half-marathon. No matter! I will under the tuition of an awesome coach, right? See you Tuesday evening.
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says
Have a great race!!!
I made the not-checking-the-weather-report mistake yesterday 😉
Lauren says
Haha you’re so cute! Have a wonderful race!!!!
Jessamyn says
Bonne Chance! Also, these rules are absolutely PERFECT. 🙂
Fifi says
I’m doing my first proper race soon so these have come in really handy. 😉
Megan says
good luck monica!!!!
alison says
Have fun at your race!
Emma (Namaste Everyday) says
Thanks for the tips! Try and sleep well, is that a do or a don’t? lol