When Running Races You Need To Prepare The Night Before

When running races you need to make sure that you prepare the night before.

Here's a simple checklist to use to make sure you are not totally stressed out before you even get to the starting line.

• Put your race number and lisence on your vest the night before.
• Lay out your kit the night before that you are going to run in and put on in the morning , put your running shoes on when you get dressed to make sure you don't leave them behind (done that!)
• Make sure you know how to get to the race.
• Give yourself plenty of time to get there, if it's a big race you can expect heavy traffic
• If you are using some sort of timing device put it onto your shoe the night before.

What to pack in your running bag

• Sports drink for before and after the race, whatever your favorite is. I like to drink a chocolate milkshake after my race, I know it sounds weird but try it.
• Petroleum jelly or any other lube to apply just before you start
• Plasters
• A spare set of clothes and a towel.
• Your watch, and pace band if you are using one
• Gels or any other energy boosters you are going to use
• Running belt if you are using one
• Ipod and speakers
• Lip balm and sunblock, even if it's overcast you can still burn.
• Running hat or cap and sunglasses

And last but not least,that positive, can do, never give up attitude.

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