READY,SET,RUN - LONDON MARATHON
BREAKFAST
Don’t go for a full English on the morning of the marathon as this may upset your stomach, pick something light, go for cereal, fruit, bread, peanut butter, or a delicious smoothie, ideally an hour before the race.
ENERGY GELS
Are a great easy way to replace the carbohydrate, and electrolytes that your body loses whilst on a long run or marathon. They work by replacing glucose levels and give you that extra boost of energy! Place them in your bum bag and you’re ready to go.
HYDRATION
Keep hydrated, don’t gulp down a whole bottle of water just before the race, instead, take 3 or 4 long sips every 15 minutes or so, and look out for all the drink stations along the route.
STICK TO YOUR PACE
Surrounded by 40,000 + excited marathon runners, don’t try and race them all, stick to your own pace with 26.2 miles to run you don’t want to exhaust yourself within the first 5. Split it into sections the same way you would in your training and don’t be afraid to walk some of the way. Looking for running tips: 5 Running tips for beginners
MUSIC
Remember to fully charge your earbuds/headphones, select your playlist or motivational speakers to keep you going, or just enjoy the amazing atmosphere.
PICK A COMFORTABLE 'FIT
You’ve trained in your most comfortable activewear all year. Don’t change it now, replacing even just a pair of shorts can cause chaffing, and us girls know about that, the soreness and pain (we recommend rubbing a little bit of talc on those inner thighs).
NEVER, change your trainers the night before a marathon, it could become the worst decision you have ever make and we know from experience.
Looking for your new go-to marathon running set? We recommend the Evolve seamless collection, high support, squat-proof and seamless allowing you to never face chaffing!
BRING A BUM BAG
Who doesn't love a bum bag at the marathon, just add in those energy gels, plasters, tissues, hair bands, and a snack bar - collect water at the drink stations along the way.
MOST IMPORTANTLY
ENJOY IT! You’ve got this marathon girl, show them what you’re made of.
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