I signed up for my first half marathon on a whim. Seemed a fun challenge at the moment – until I really train it to her. Some days, I felt unwanted. Other days, I have questioned my life choices. But crossing that finished line has done everything is worth it. That’s the biggest lessons I’ve learned.
Training is just as mental as is physical
Your legs will be stronger but so your mind. There have been a lot of times when I wanted to get off – on the cold morning, on colds that never feel, when my body has not wanted to cooperate and more interesting
Learning to push those moments taught me something huge – mental resilience. I had to learn to talk to me continually, even when all I wanted to do was to stop. That competence is not only useful for the race – it applies to life.
The right gear makes the difference
Blisters, tie and doors? They’ll remember you because things. I’ve been thinking any pauls of fixes of correction, but after a few light funds, I realized how important it was to find the right form.
The same goes by socks, moisture in moisture and balfing balfing balf. When running for more than two hours, even the most little discomfort can turn into a big problem. Carbon shoes of carbon-be a good investment for the day of the race as they may allow you to run faster. Invest in the right gear can make all the difference.
The correct competitor is a game-changing
I used to think that I could just eat a big dinner the night before and I’m good, but running long distances taught me with the fuel in the fuel and midnight. Your body needs energy, and you have to give the right guy.
Not any runs feel large – and it’s ok
Some days you will feel like you could run forever. To the other days, a mile can feel impossible. Both are normal but the key is to continue. Remember to hear your body, however. There is a great difference between being unknown and be burned.
The community running is incredible
The day of the race has shown me as the supportful runners are. Strangers have encouraged each other, volunteers brought water with a smile, and each celebrates to the finish line.
Your body is more capable of what you think
I would have laughed if you would have said two years ago that I ran me 13.1 miles. However, training has shown me as adaptable human body. I started with short run, slow, then gradually increased my distance to avoid overexertion. Per day of racing, my body had adjusted, appropriate and enhanced. I realized that I could do much more than I have ever given credit for.
Pacing Yourself is the hell
I went out too early in my prime training runs because I was just trying to get as soon as possible. Long distance race is all the strategy. You should start slowly to keep a steady beat and save energy for the final stretch. Per day of the race, I knew that you maintain a sustainable peace was the difference between finishing strong and beat to finish.
Post-Run recovery is just as important as training
At first, I just focus on running and ignored everything else. Then, after my first race of 10 miles left me able to walk the next day, I realized I needed recovery. Stretching, smoking rolling, hydration and rest days have become important as my current runs. Try to incorporate a week of recovery every three to four weeks matching your Oa distance intensity to avoid injury and keep your best.
Music and Podcasts can save you
The long runs can be boring. I quickly discovered that right playlist or a good podcast can make a world of difference. The UPBEAT music gave me the motivation you needed. Podcasts destroy me by how many miles I have left, giving something focusing. When I struggled, change to a high energy song often gave me an extra pulse.
The feeling of the finish line is upset
Pierce that final line was a mix of exhaustion, relief and pride. I have spent the training months for this time, and suddenly I was there. The cheerful crowd and seeing my family’s face in the finish line were all that needed for that final push. I felt so accomplished when I received my medals and hugging my parents that I knew I wanted to do everything again.
More than just a race
Running My Praise Half Marathon taught me a lot more of how to run 13.1 miles. I’ll show me the power of consistency and the importance of listening to my body. Training was hard but the breed day was reward.