Hello friends! I feel like it's been a while! Sorry for being completely MIA this past week, between work being busy and running the 2014 TCS NYC Marathon I kinda had to take a little break from this corner of the internet. I'm happy to report I finished the race, and while it was definitely not my best time ever (5:51:10) I feel great now (despite my knee pain almost the entire time). My mantra was to "enjoy the journey" and I definitely did. It's definitely a little weird not having to plan my weekend around running!
So. Have you ever wondered what to pack for the start line and the race?
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Here's my list and I definitely want to hear if you use any of these things yourself! Oh and keep in mind, my race conditions were 42* with wind gusts of 25-30 MPH in some spots!
Clothing (remember, try to avoid wearing anything new - ideally you'll wear your long run outfit. After your long run, wash everything and fold it up until race day):
Socks,Shoes
Compression bottoms (I went with these CW-X capris but compression is great for your muscles while running. If you go with shorts, you may want to wear compression calf sleeves if it'll be cold)
Race shirt (usually a tighter fitting top because you don't want anything to rub - I went with a dri fit, fitted tank)
Sports Bra
Injury needs
Garmin/Running Watch/iPhone Holder (if you run with one)
Fuel belt
And if needed: throw away gloves/sunglasses/sweaty band/hat/neck warmer (again, climate is key here)
Oh and don't forget any Good Luck charms!
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During the Race Needs (again, nothing new on race day! Don't bring fuel you didn't train with):
Race Nutrition (Gu’s, Chomps, electrolyte water ETC.)
Cell Phone
2 travel sized baby wipes
Money/License/Metro Card
Chapstick
Headphones
Advil/Pain relievers
And girly stuff if needed
And ta-da! My race day outfit (I last minute threw a black dri fit shirt under my tank because of the wind):
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