The Running Channel Podcast 115: Top 10 Tips For 24 Hours Before Race Day
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Apr 12, 2025 Get race day ready with top tips shared by the hosts, including hydration, nutrition, and sleep optimization. They blend humor with personal anecdotes that cover the nuances of mile versus kilometer distances and their mental impacts. You'll also hear about community engagements and practical advice for running with buggies. The discussion touches on crucial logistics to ease pre-race anxiety and addresses important issues in UK Athletics, making it an entertaining mix of preparation and broader sports concerns!
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Expo Experiences
- Andy Baddeley found the Valencia Marathon expo crowded and stressful, highlighting the need to minimize time on your feet.
- Sarah Hartley, in contrast, values race expos for the atmosphere and for being surrounded by runners.
Race Day Prep
- Prepare all your gear and kit the night before, including charging your watch and laying out your outfit.
- This minimizes stress on race day morning and ensures you have everything you need, like safety pins.
Managing Race Day Nerves
- Andy Baddeley recommends writing a list of worries the night before a race.
- He then rationally addresses each worry, crossing it off the list to reduce anxiety and promote sleep.