Important Tips On How To Train For And Run A Marathon

By Janine Hughes


At the start of every year people make many resolutions, for many the most common one is running a marathon. It does not matter if they will finish the race just being in one and making the effort counts. It is among the many reasons why people may join one. Another main reason is to get the right to brag to friends and family. For whatever reason that one may have to choose to join it is a good idea to get prepared beforehand this is why they should get tips on how to train for and run a marathon.

You do not want to start the race only to drop out because you do not have the right gear. Getting a good fitting shoe that will not by any chance give you blisters is a great place to start. The shoe needs to be light while at the same time giving the much needed support that one needs. Wearing them to a shorter race just to feel how comfortable they are is a good idea.

One should not forget about the clothing articles. The shirt should not be cotton one might suffocate in it. The recommended material is nylon for its lightness. Wear the outfit at least once to feel how comfortable the outfit is.

You have to test how fit you are. For this reason about a month to the big race you should run a shorter race that will give you a mental lift. If you cannot find a race to participate in, you can gather a few friends to run with you. Have a higher speed that one you intend on using on the big day.

One might be tempted to think just training is enough but what they forget is that you have to train for the landscape that you will have. First do your research on the kind of landscape there is and train for it. If it is hilly train by running up and down hills do the same if it is a flat area.

Keeping your body hydrated is very important to avoid collapsing during the day. In case it is possible take the sport drink that will be made available to you on the day and also at the same frequency that it will be available to you on that day.

Having the confidence that you can do it and emerge victorious is very crucial. This is why it is advised that three to four days before the date, run a similar course in both the shoes and clothes that you will wear on that day as well as using the pace you will use. This greatly increases the confidence.

Advise is given that you train at the same time everyday this is so that the body can have the rhythm especially when it comes to bath room breaks. This kind of training can be very difficult for those that are not disciplined enough.




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