Races

Now that you're consistently training, the next step is to get yourself entered into a race so that you can test yourself against other runners!

There are 4 main race types which runners typically choose to enter. Increasing in distance, these races are:

  1. 5k Park Run - 5 kilometres/5.1 miles
  2. 10k - 10 kilometres/6.2 miles
  3. Half-marathon - 21.1 kilometres/13.1 miles
  4. Marathon - 42.2 kilometres/26.2 miles
It would be sensible to start easy with a 5k or 10k race and work your way up to the half-marathon and full marathon as your training advances and your running ability improves!

Below I have outlined some "Dos and Don'ts" to prepare you for race day!

DO

  • Prepare your running gear the night before
  • Get a good night's sleep
  • Eat the same pre-run meals that your body is used to
  • Run your own race - don't compare yourself to other runner's who could be more experienced than you!
  • Enjoy yourself - and remember to smile for the cameras!

DON'T

  • Leave everything until race day
  • Trial new running gear (esepecially shoes!) or foods
  • Drink too much water
  • Arrive late
  • Give up - This is what you've trained for!

Runners coming to the end of a road race
Runners starting a road race
A road running race

Good luck!

Now you're all prepared to get out there and put yourself to the test!

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