Quote:
Originally Posted by driyac
So guys on may 6th ill be running my first half marathon, Flying pig in cincinnati.
Any advice? Should i be packing water/ gel packets for carbs
Also mentally there is a large difference between treadmill and concrete, anything to prepare me?
I have about 3 weeks left and am capable of running it easily but its my first time running one.
thanks!
|
I run 10 miles 4 times a week outdoors currently. I've also done 5 marathons over the years. Best advice I can give you is to get outdoors and try to go 5 miles. If you can go miles on concrete now, you'll be able to make the 13 miles somewhat easily if you push yourself. If you can only make it 2-3 miles though, its going to be a struggle. Start now, run every other day and try to go further and further. You should be at least 7 miles outdoors before attempting a half marathon.