are co-ordinating a team of supporters who'll be on hand with drinks, sweets and cheers for marathoners. Are you planning to watch the race and able to lend a hand? Find out more. ASICS Target 26.2Now race day is nearly here, make sure you catch up
with blisters is leave them be. If they’ve broken open during the race, your main concern should be preventing infection. Twice a day, soak your feet for up to 20 minutes in water containing iodine solution. Gently dry your feet, and cover the blistered area
Standfirst: What to do, what to takeAuthor:Pics:Issue date: May01 / xref Ultimate schedsKeywords:uan137--Before race day, you should have Tried your shoes and kit on a long run Found out how to get to the start 90 minutes before the gun goes Made a
and blisters at best. Make sure youve done at least a few long run in the shoes and clothes you will race in. You have family obligations Dont cut off your nearest and dearest, but do try to let them know you should stay off your feet as much as possible
at breakfastIts cold and wet outsideIts hot outsideDuring the raceYou dont get a clear start It still takes longer than you planned to get over the start or to cover the first few milesYou start to get a blister at mile threeYou feel great at mile six
. Your shoes will slip on with ease. 17. Perhaps have some Vaseline in your shoes. It helps get them on and prevents blistering. 18. Wear a hat to keep the sun off your head. It can make a difference even when the day is cloudy. 19. Have an energy gel
© Getty Images If 26.2 miles just isn't enough, an ultra could be the race for you. Races longer than a marathon, ultras range from 30 miles to hundreds of miles and take place in hundreds of beautiful locations from Sussex to the Sahara
a very conservative race plan and you feel great after 15 miles, then you could consider increasing the pace by a few seconds per mile.BodyBefore you leaveVisit the loo whether you want to or not.Put blister patches on any parts of your feet
