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Monday, November 22nd, 2010
Team,
Welcome to week 13! We are but two weeks and one group training away from our ultimate goal – the 13.1 mile Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon! While many of us have already started to envision ourselves triumphantly crossing the finish line on race day, has anyone started thinking about their after race celebration? After putting so much physical and emotional effort towards this goal, be sure to setup a few individual rewards to acknowledge your training journey as well as your success!
Physical & Mental Recovery
Immediately following the half marathon, consider treating yourself to a little rest and relaxation. Plan time for a lukewarm bath or shower after the race. Add Epson Salts to your bath to help relax any sore muscles you may have. Schedule to have a foot or body massage later on in the day. (Remember that your muscles will already be stretched out and possibly sore so the massage will need to be gentle.) Take time to reflect upon your weeks of training and even nap once you are home.
Celebrate!
Remember that after achieving a goal such as a half marathon, you are entitled to a celebration as well as bragging rights! You might start out by displaying your race medal around your neck for the remainder of the day. Consider wearing it to work on Monday as well in order to share your success with your coworkers! Think about treating yourself to a race day souvenir (marathon shirt, keychain, etc.) or plan to celebrate with a new pair of training shoes or even a new outfit. Plan a marathon after party with friends and family (consider hosting the event the week after the marathon to allow yourself time to recover).
Continue to Stay Active
Finally, reward all of your hard work and dedication by continuing to stay healthy and physically active! While the intensity of your walks or other trainings may taper down, try to maintain a consistent workout schedule. Plan to meet up with other team members or your training partner to stay motivated. You may also consider signing up for future marathons or runs down the road!
How will you celebrate and reward yourself after crossing the finish line on December 5th? Share your plans by commenting below!
Healthy & Happy Training,
Your Team GBI
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Friday, October 1st, 2010
Congratulations – the GBI ½ Marathon Team has successfully made it to the end of the 5th week of training! And this Sunday we are jumping our long walk/run up from 6 miles to 8 miles. While the mileage continues to increase over the next several weeks, consider asking yourself the following questions:
What is your overall goal with your participation in the ½ marathon? For example, you might be working to complete your first long-distance course, shave a few minutes off of last year’s time, or to commit to a training routine that will continue after race day. Stay mindful of this personal goal for motivation throughout the remainder of the season.
Have you selected your official training/race day shoes? As mid-training approaches, try to find the pair of sneakers that works best for you and stick to that pair for the remainder of the season. If you are purchasing new shoes, break them in during the shorter 60 minutes walk/runs before wearing them during long sessions.
Are you prepared for varying weather conditions during your trainings? As the fall temperatures settle in, dress in loose layers that can be removed (tied around your waste, left at the starting line, etc.) during your training. Keep in mind the possibly cool temperature of race day and test different clothing items to see what works best for you.
We look forward to the continued success of Team GBI as our 13.1 mile course nears! As always, please feel free to ask questions about your training either during our trainings or by commenting below.
Keep up the great work, train safely and we’ll see everyone Sunday morning!
Your GBI Team
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Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Congratulations to everyone for making it to this point. I know many of you did not make it to the last few group long runs but I am happy to hear you were training on your own. Way to stay focused and determined!
My blogs this week will focus on getting us ready for race day. Today, let’s make sure we all prepare our feet properly to have an enjoyable 13.1 mile walk/run. Below are tips to get your feet ready for race day and to prevent black toenails and blisters.
1. Your running shoes should be half a size larger than what size you would normally wear. Hopefully you already have been wearing a good pair of supportive running sneakers.
2. Trim your toenails as smooth as possible along the natural shape of your toes. Make sure the nail is not hanging over on any toe. I know some of us are worried about our toes being cute – but trust me, a trim will look much cuter than a black toe nail!
3. Keep your feet dry by wearing the correct socks. If you have not already done so, purchase wicking material (Teflon, cool-max) socks. NO COTTON SOCKS.
4. Do not treat yourself to a pedicure prior to the marathon. Any calluses that you may have are a protection from future blisters.(Save your pedi for an after race bonus!)
5. Make sure you lace your shoes tightly to prevent sliding around in your shoes.
6. Use body glide, blister powder or athletic tape over areas of your feet that are prone to blisters. Be mindful not to use too much body glide or if you plan to use tape, it needs to be smooth and wrinkle free.
7. Stay off your feet as much as possible the day before the race. Other than going to the expo, let Saturday be a rest day.
Happy and Healthy Training (and feet!),
Prudence
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