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4 Ways to Mentally Prepare for a Running Event
Oct 13, 2022 Athletes spend countless hours perfecting their physical training in preparation for a competition, but what about mentally?
Your Checklist to Marathon Running Gear
Jan 17, 2022 With your marathon approaching, you’ll have lots of preparation to do, and that includes the practicalities of what gear to bring to the race.
Nutrition for Runners: Pre, During, and Post Run with Claire Turnbull
Dec 22, 2021 When it comes to performing at your best, getting your nutrition right before, during and after your daily runs can make a big difference. Having enough fuel onboard as well as being well hydrated can prevent fatigue and help ensure you’re able to run at the intensity you want for as long as you need to.
Prepping for Your Upcoming Marathon
Nov 22, 2021 Months of training have led to this. Soon you’ll be at the start line waiting for the gun to go off. So what should you be doing in the last 7 days?
How to Dress for Your Marathon
Nov 14, 2021 There’s a lot to think about come race day — the logistics of getting to the starting line, what you’re going to eat for breakfast, your race pace strategy — but aside from your running shoes, don’t forget to plan for your race day outfit as well. Be ready for New Zealand's four seasons in a day with the right layers. Also, anything from nagging blisters to chafing can cause major issues while you count down the kilometres. Don’t be unprepared; use our tips below to ensure that you stay comfortable and focused on your performance during your marathon.
Tips to Take Your Running from Zero to Marathon
Jan 07, 2021 Is your goal of completing a marathon daunting because you’ve never run before? Maybe running a marathon is on the bucket list, you're looking to challenge yourself physically, lose weight, or raise awareness for a charity important to you. Whatever your motivation, the first step is finding that ‘why’ and reminding yourself of it along the way.
How to Effectively Taper off Your Marathon Training
Sep 08, 2020 Tapering is a common running term for the final phase of training before a marathon when you want to bring yourself to peak physical condition. Here’s how to taper off your training effectively and responsibly, so you’ll appear at the starting line in optimal shape.
Top 10 Marathon Mistakes to Avoid
Aug 07, 2019 Sarah Connors, ASICS Running Clinics Pro Team’s Physiotherapist, shares with us the top 10 common marathon mistakes:
Top 10 Running Tips for Race Day
May 12, 2019 You’ve put the hard work into training and now it’s time for the big day. Being race-day ready is filled with variables and it’s all too easy for something small to prevent you from feeling your best. Start and end your race strong by being properly prepared. We’re sharing our top 10 running tips to help manage the preparation so you can hit your cadence and cross the finish line happy.
Combining marathons and travelling the stress-free way
Nov 06, 2017 Marathon travel is a trend that’s here to stay. Take Brenda: A keen marathon runner and traveller, the Wellington runner likes to combine the two whenever she can. But combining racing and sightseeing can get a bit tricky – after all, you need your legs and stamina for both.
Benefits of Marathon Running
Sep 23, 2017 To many, the desire to run a marathon is a mystery. But to others, the need to run 41.195 kilometers is the most natural thing in the world.
Marathon Training For Spring
Sep 12, 2017 Once you’ve decided which event(s) to enter – you’ll need to start working on your training plan. The 42. KMs of a marathon course is no easy feat – even the most experienced runners require a careful build-up and a lot of training.
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