So since you guys are so great I'm going to have a giveaway to celebrate my first marathon! I want to thank all of you that have supported me though this process in training for my marathon. These last few weeks have been nuts, so thank you to all of you who've left comments of encouragement. It's really helped me. I can't wait to see how things go on Saturday. It's going to be a great day!
Onto the giveaway....
The awesome ladies at Runningskirts.com are donating a skirt to help celebrate!!
One lucky gal will win a skirt.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE their skirts! I'll be wearing my brown one during the marathon. :)
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Another lucky winner will win a pair of Stuffitts shoe savers thanks to the great people over at stuffitts.com
I'm thinking I'm going to have to get some of these for after Saturday cause heaven knows my shoes are going to be begging for some love. :)
To win one of these great prizes this is what you have to do:
(Leave a comment for each thing you do.)
-Go to Runningskirts.com and stuffitts.com and tell me what you love about their products and which product you'd want.
-Follow my blog and let me know if you are a new or old friend. :) The more the merrier!
-Give me some kind of tip that you think would help me with my marathon.
-What's your pre-race routine for the night before until you cross that starting line?
-Spread the word! Blog, tweet, Facebook, whatever...tell everyone about my giveaway. You get an entry for each thing you do.
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Giveaway ends Saturday night and the winners will be posted Sunday morning.
Good luck!!
Faithful follower!!!
ReplyDeleteLove Running skirts, have yet to own one. Love pretty much all their skirts...especially the black with royal blue stripes. I also like the spring skirts.
ReplyDeleteWill be linking this on my blog :)
ReplyDeleteI've never run a marathon, but I can tell you this...enjoy yourself!
ReplyDeleteOnly two races so far...but, the night before, I just make sure EVERYTHING is ready...down to the last detail. I have a list that I follow.
ReplyDeleteGOOD LUCK!!!!!! I can't wait to read all about your race :)
ReplyDeleteI am a follower and have been for a while!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the running skirt! SO awesomely cool in the heat and humidity! I have been eyeing one of the plaids or the pink or black dot....really too many to choose from!
ReplyDeleteHmm...not sure on the tip as I have only run 5k's so I don't really think I am qualified. How about stay hydrated!
ReplyDeleteMy routine is to lay out everything I can(including breakfast), double check it, set a few alarms and try and sleep! Then I get to the race place early and pace until go time!
ReplyDeletePosted on FB!
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteI love running skirts! I have the black and white polka dot one already and would love any of the others. I have my eye on a pink one someday.
ReplyDeleteThe longest race I've ever run is a 5k (I'm working towards a 10K), so I don't think my advice counts for much...but make sure you double check your alarm clock.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE runningskirts.com! Their "running" style is my fav! I need a basic black.
ReplyDeleteI'm a (old) follower!! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of something to keep my shoes from smelling :)
ReplyDeleteI have only done 5ks, but my biggest tip would be to believe in yourself!! You've trained for this, and you won't be last...no matter how much you believe you might be lol.
ReplyDeleteMy marathon advice?
ReplyDeleteHAVE fun! You've put in the miles, completed training and now you can ENJOY!
And I always have everything laid out ahead of time. And make sure you confirm with your cheering section where they should be (giving them maps of the course hellps)
ReplyDeleteThe night before I lay out my clothes/gadgets/shoes/clean socks/hairband etc. EVERYTHING. Then I double check my alarm and make Hubster set his too. Morning of I get up 2hrs before the race, eat a snack, go to the bathroom, double check all my gear, then head out the door and blare loud rockin' music the whole way to the race!
ReplyDeleteposted on my blog :)
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I love the look of running skirts and have ALWAYS wanted one! The pink plaid is so cute :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have the pink medium stuffits. I need something to freshen up my sneaks!! :)
ReplyDeleteFaithful follower here too!! Can't wait to read that race report!!
ReplyDeleteRelax and have a great time! Make sure you take in fuel before you already have an empty tank.
ReplyDeleteI lay out all my gear and go over my list like a million times! No real routine but I go over that list a few too many times!
ReplyDeleteI posted a link to my blog about this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI tweeted about this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI posted this to facebook! I really would love a new skirt!
ReplyDeleteSO I have a list of runningskirts I want!
ReplyDeleteI love any of the blue ones! I love the cheetah and pool skirt. I also really like the white skirt too.
I am a barefoot runner so the stuffits are not for me but a skirt.....I think I am addicted to skirts!
New follower!
ReplyDeleteI like the pink stuffitts!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome giveaway! I would love to have a black athletic skirt.
ReplyDeletePre-race routine?
ReplyDeleteI always eat a Kashi or Newman's Own frozen pizza. I put together a playlist and load my iPod, then I set out all my stuff.
I always forget 1 thing =)
I linked your giveaway in my blog
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I follow you.
ReplyDeleteHydrate early - don't leave it to the day before, thinking that it will be enough to get you through.
ReplyDeleteI love Running Skirts and own quite a few. Their jogbras and tops are equally comfy!
ReplyDeleteAfter today's downpour at a race, I thought I was going to lose my skirt at 4KM. Not sure what I would have down if I did.
My shoes don't smell but my husband's definitely do. This would be a win that would have to go straight to the big guy!
ReplyDeleteLinking you in!
ReplyDeleteIm a follower
ReplyDeleteI linked you on my sidebar in giveaways :)
ReplyDeleteI love running skirts, I do not have one yet. This is the first I have ever heard of stuffits, I love the idea ! I love them both but if I had to choose one ..I would pick the running skirt :)
ReplyDeleteI love the black/aqua skirt
ReplyDeletePosting this on my blog
ReplyDeleteMy favorite skirt is the one pictured here - but I can't find it on the website, what's it called? It's cute!
ReplyDeleteI follow - always have always will. :D I call myself an OOOOLLLD friend!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a marathoner, so this probably doesn't mean much coming from me.....but I think that you should just plain enjoy it! Distances are your thing, and this is the perfect distance for you, so ENJOY IT!
ReplyDeleteEvery time I'm going to run a race I spend time the night before jogging and stretching, then I lay out all of my clothes, socks, shoes, shades (courtesy of you...) and make sure my ipod is charged. I'm also a bit paranoid about not making it on time, so I wake up early, shower and get ready then leave with PLENTY of time to do everything. Maybe I'll relax about that the more I race....
ReplyDeleteFollower!!
ReplyDeleteI love their athletic skirts with the shorts underneath
ReplyDeleteI am officially following now. Sorry I didn't realize I wasn't before. I use the links from comments to get to blogs I read but I know it's nicer to know who is reading esp. when I don't have time to comment all the time!
ReplyDeleteI have been stalking Running Skirts to find one in my size on sale. (since money is tight until hubbs finds a new job) So I really want to win an Athletic skirt...any of them would be great!
ReplyDeleteMarathon tip.
ReplyDeleteMy first 3 marathons were some of my big times by both definations. I enjoyed them the most and crossed the finish line with great times. I believe I achieved that by doing two simple things. Getting in my training and having fun! You can not control everything because a 100 things can happen race day so believe that you will get out of your marathon what you put into it and have FUN!
I am linking you in my post! Give me a little bit and come read...I give great linking love!
ReplyDeleteI am a creature of habit but I don't have a pre-race ritual. I usually just try and get great sleep two nights before the race (the night before will be jitter-filled anyway!), I eat well the week leading up to race day and eat light (carb heavy 2 days before) the day before the race. Biggest advice...get your body used to going to the bathroom early in the morning! Once that is out of the way, you can relax and just put one foot in front of the other!...and smile for all the race photogs.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower! Of the older variety!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Running Skirts. But you knew that. If I won, I think I would get the fuschia one! And I am all for anything that helps my shoes last longer ... and pink stuffitts would do that
ReplyDeleteMy best marathon tip: go out conservatively. 26.2 is a long way. Respect the distance. And wear something to make you stand out. People will cheer for you if you do! That's how my sock obsession started!
ReplyDeleteYou are linked on my sidebar!
ReplyDeletePre-race: I lay everything out the night before. Then I get up at least 2 hrs before the start time and have a bowl of cereal (my pre-race favorite) and try to relax. I try to treat every race like a long run ... no extra hype. And always remember to enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteI like the athletic skirt since it has the compression shorts and I love the run love fleurs pattern. I'd never heard of Stuffitts, but they seem like a great idea. I'd get the pink ones so my husband wouldn't steal them.
ReplyDeleteI'm an old follower.
ReplyDeleteYou are linked on my sidebar.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done a marathon (yet), but I'd have to say that you should just enjoy the experience. You'll no doubt have a time goal, but remember that it's your first so roll with what the day brings (so that we can read an awesome race report!).
ReplyDeleteMy routine consists of the usuals - set out stuff so it's ready to go, hydrate, eat, get good sleep, hydrate, eat, go to the bathroom, leave for race, go to the bathroom again (even if I don't think I have to since once I start I usually do...), RUN!!!
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower:)
ReplyDeletei LOVE the skirts all of them, but my favorite right now is the pink polka dot.
ReplyDeleteI've only run a half, never a full, but just have fun, and whatever happens ,happens.
ReplyDeleteDecide what I am wearing, eat a bagel, pee, pee, pee, drink water, and pee again:)
ReplyDeleteFB'd it:)
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower!!!
ReplyDeleteI love all the skirts. I'd love to get matching orange ones for me and my daughter. Also love the black polka dot. My shoes would love some TLC~Stuffitts
ReplyDeleteMarathon Tip~Enjoy every second. Make sure and hydrate well and eat at least 2 hours before the start.
ReplyDeleteNight before ritual~Lay out my running gear, attach chip, attach bib, don't eat anything new, drink plenty, and try as hard as possible to get as much sleep as you can. I have issues with the last one but I'm working on it.
ReplyDeleteI tweeted!!! ~ windyrunner
ReplyDeleteI linked on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteI linked the giveaway on my blog.
ReplyDeletelove running skirts! I dont have any in the brown color family though so i would love one of those! I am not sure about what the other things are but would love to find out!
ReplyDeletehere is my tip: dont eat anything new the day before the race!
ReplyDeletepre race routine:
ReplyDelete-get a LOT of sleep
-eat in plenty enough time before the race
-arrive early so I am not anxious about being late
-potty!
-streth and warm up!
blogging about it on my runningwithsass FB fan page!
ReplyDeletenew follower!
ReplyDeleteI love runningskirts.com! The running skirt style is my favorite. I would like a white one!
ReplyDeleteMake sure you stay well hydrated and fueled. Take a salt packet at the halfway mark.
ReplyDeletepre-race ritual, I lay out all my stuff - clothes, shoes, fuel, etc the night before. I pin my bib on and put the d-tag or chip on my shoe.
ReplyDeleteMorning of, eat pb on bagel and banana, drink water, and make sure you poop (TMI? no, it's necessary!).
I'm a new follower! Great blog. :) Great giveaway!! Hooray for you!
ReplyDeletewhy do I love running skirts? Because they are the only thing that doesn't ride up on me and I always gets tons of compliments when I run in them! And Cindy and Christy are so great! Not only did I meet them at the expo but they were at mile 20 of the marathon cheering all the skirts on!
ReplyDeletewhy do I love running skirts? Because they are the only thing that doesn't ride up on me and I always gets tons of compliments when I run in them! And Cindy and Christy are so great! Not only did I meet them at the expo but they were at mile 20 of the marathon cheering all the skirts on!
ReplyDeletenot a new friend/follower...but a friend all the more!
ReplyDeletehaving just run my first marathon yesterday...my best advice came from Bethany...when it gets tough just remember time will pass whether you are running or not. The hours will go by...at the end of them how do you want to be able to say you spent them =) the pain and fatigue will pas, the joy will not! Oh, and its okay to let yourself cry =)
ReplyDeleteI love Running Skirts!! I like the athletic style with the compression shorts underneath. If I won, I think I would get the black dot one.
ReplyDeleteStuffitts look pretty cool. I had never heard of them. If I won I'd probably be tempted to get them for my daughter (in pink of course!), I don't know how a 6 year old can have such smelly feet!!
ReplyDeleteAs for marathon advice, I don't have anything technical as I've yet to run one. I would imagine that it's pretty mentally tough as well as physically though so if you hit that mental wall just remember that you've done the training and you can do it!
ReplyDeleteNight before a race, I get everything ready and laid out. For good luck, though, I like to sleep in the race shirt.
ReplyDeletewill post back tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteoh one other tip...somewhere on your race shirt put your name and "my first marathon" helped me so much when people would run with me and say "Katye, congrats on your first marathon you're doing great!"
ReplyDeleteI've linked you to my sidebar and added you to my blogroll just for fun. I look forward to following you more officially! :)
ReplyDeletei have wanted a running skirt since i started running i would love to own one of their capri skirts or their TNT Plaid skirt
ReplyDeletei have followed your blog for awhile
ReplyDeletewear a wrist band would be my tip, I wore one for my first 1/2 marathon and would wet it at the water stations to wipe my face when I got to hot.
ReplyDeletei linked back
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ericarunning.com/2010/06/weekend-round-up-67.html
I'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteI love RunningSkirts.com and Stuffits. I love the easily accessible (and large) pockets on the skirts. Plus, they're so comfortable! I've also found my Stuffits to be really useful. I love that they insides are replaceable! I switch them back and forth between all of my shoes.
ReplyDeleteWould really love to have one of their running skirts - I like the Black Dot and the Run Love Fleurs!
ReplyDeleteI haven't run a marathon yet, so I think that they best advice that I can give is to believe in yourself. You're strong and you can make it through those last miles. Enjoy yourself, too! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThe night before my races I lay out my clothes, inhaler, shoes, race number, etc. It helps me sleep better knowing that everything's ready. I usually also set two alarms.
ReplyDeleteawesome giveaway. I totally want the capri skirt! So cool.
ReplyDeleteI want a running skirt SOOOOOOO bad!! They are so cute!! I would LOVE to have one (or more) to race in for my races from now to my first half marathon in April.
ReplyDeleteI would want either the skirt with the shorts or the capri skirt.
linked back to you on my blog
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I am a new follower.
ReplyDeleteI have added you to my blog roll
ReplyDeleteI like the camo ones. And I think the stuffitts will work better than newspaper.
ReplyDeleteOld friend.
ReplyDeleteListen to your body. Where a water belt.
ReplyDeleteI try to eat heavy carbs and do a relaxation routine so I can try to sleep.
ReplyDeletehead over heels about running skirts now that I have tried them and their brand specifically fits amazing
ReplyDeleteyou are linked in my sidebar
ReplyDeleteoh race day I think it's all about having fun, just relax in to the moment and take it all in!!
ReplyDeleteI'd love a running skirt - no need to have to pull down my pants to pee (is that weird? whatev. LOL)
ReplyDeletemy tip for your marathon (having yet to do one of my own) is have fun. Why do it if you're not going to enjoy it (at least a little). :D
ReplyDeleteI plan to set everything out I'll need the next day (clothes, food, shoes, etc). And pray. Pray. Pray that God will see me through the end.
ReplyDeleteI found you via Shelly (It's Just One Foot in Front of the Other). I love the running skirts and think the Black Dot would be awesome! I'm all about comfort when I run and skirts are oh-so comfortable. I've never heard of Stuffitts so I learned a lot. The 'shoes don't smell' part! Unfortunately, I was having a hard time navigating their site.
ReplyDeleteI'm following!
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower of your blog.
ReplyDeleteI've never run a marathon so I have no advice on that front. The one piece of advice I can share that pertains to races and running alike is to enjoy it and live in the moment! You only get your first marathon one time. GL - I can't wait to read all about it.
ReplyDeletePre-race the night before is making sure everything I need is out and ready for me. Drink water. Hit the pillow early!
ReplyDeleteHmmm... marathon preparation... be confident in your training, and believe in yourself. (And pray for good running temps/lack of humidity :)
ReplyDeleteI put your giveaway up on my blog!
ReplyDeleteRunning skirts - I'd love any of them, but do especially like the florals.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'd also love to win a pair of stuffits... anything to help my running shoes stink less!
ReplyDeleteI'm a new friend follower!
ReplyDeletemy marathon tip is loads of vaseline on your toes...even if you don't normally get blisters...lube those puppies up!
ReplyDeletepre-race routine includes eating low-fat carbs w/ protein and not getting any sleep, but its OK...sleeping comes later
ReplyDeleteI have been working out in a skirt for years. I think I first found one after my second was born and he will be nine soon. I will never go back to shorts. The Plaid skirts are awesome! I have never heard of stuffitts, they look like a great product!
ReplyDeleteMarathon Tip;
ReplyDeleteWith the passing of John Wooden I have been reading a lot of his quotes and think this one is right for you.
"Success comes from knowing that you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming."
I am strictly a "run for fun" girl. I have never run in a race. Maybe in PE as a child but not since.
ReplyDeleteI've been a follower for awhile - love your blog
ReplyDeleteI don't have a runnin gskirt but would love one- like the plain back one.
ReplyDeleteI've never run a marathon so the only advice I can give is to have fun, be proud that you even attempted it which is already a victory.
ReplyDeletePre-race (this is for 5ks)
ReplyDeletethe night before - pasta, no alcohol, go to bed early
the morning before - hot cereal, coffee 2hr before, water
I tweeted it too.
ReplyDeletenew follower :)
ReplyDeletei love running skirts because they fit soooo much better than any other skirt that i have tried, and they are super cute. i want a pink plaid one!!!!
ReplyDeleteive been thinking about getting some stuffits because my trail shoes get really wet on some runs and take days to dry....and end up kinda stinky ewwww
ReplyDeletei have yet to run a marathon, so i dont have much advice on that one other than leave it all out on the pavement, you trained hard for this, no matter what the outcome you will be a MARATHONER.
ReplyDeletemy prerace routine consists of a great meal the night before, pinning my number to my shirt, laying out all my clothes and gear, checking and double checking to make sure i packed everything. wake up around 5am, small cup of coffee, make sure i poo before i leave the house. once on sit, body glide up, lace up my shoes and hope for the best.
ReplyDeletei'm a new follower!
ReplyDeleteThe running skirts look awesome. I've been on the website quite a bit looking at them, but don't have the money for one right now. But they are so cute. I had never heard of stuffits, but those look handy as well.
ReplyDeleteEven though I've never run a marathon my advice would be to make sure you stay hydrated and enjoy the experience.
ReplyDelete1. I visited both sites and I think both the products are great. I have never worn a running skirt but I would love to try one. My workout gear needs a makeover :)I loved the black because I could wear it with so many things but I also really liked the polka dot black and pink ones, I liked the cheeta prints too. 2. I do follow your blog. 3. Marathon advice. Be confident at the start. You have trained and prepared really hard for this. Enjoy the run. Think positively when your mind starts to wear on you. Night before, find your happy place and picture it so that when your mind starts to go, you can go back to your happy place. It will help. I promise. Good Luck and Have Fun. You're going to do great and you will be so proud when your finished.
ReplyDeleteI'm already a follower! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower! Great blog!
ReplyDeleteI love runningskirts.com! I have their black polka dot and red plaid athletic skirts (I need the shorts!)... now I want the pink polka dot!
ReplyDeleteI would love to get the stuffits especially if they help shoes be less stinky
ReplyDeleteMy advice RELAX!! My body was so tense leading up to my first Marathon that I burned energy just being nervous. TRust your training! Bank some sleep leading up to the race.. Oh and US THE POTTY!! As many times as you need to. DO NOT overhydrate.
ReplyDeleteI own a pair of pink Stuffits and LOVE them!!
ReplyDeleteI really want the pink polka dots Running skirt
I would love the stuffits especially since they help with stinky shoes
ReplyDeleteI want the floral running skirt from the spring collection
ReplyDeleteI posted this giveaway on my blog www.runcourtrun.com
ReplyDeleteI posted this giveaway on twitter.com/runcourtrun
ReplyDeleteHi! I'm a new follower of your blog.
ReplyDeleteI love running skirts and currently own a cheetah/purple one that I wore for a women's half marathon in my town over the weekend. I'm dying to get one of the plaid (either red or purple) or a camo one.
ReplyDeleteMy best running advice for your marathon is just to relax and have fun. The hardest part is doing the training, so on marathon day, you just need to have confidence you can do it. And even if you don't feel 100% for 100% of the race, don't get discouraged because that many miles is a journey, and it's has it's ups and downs. Also, stay hydrated and take Gus, gels, or whatever you need for keeping your blood sugar up, so you can feel strong at the finish.
ReplyDeleteI'd love one of the athletic style skirts in any pattern.
ReplyDeletePink stuffits would work for me. ;0)
I'm such a HUGE RunningSkirts.com fan and I now have 4 skirts...but I could definitely use them in all colors. I totally want the pink polka dot one!
ReplyDeleteFor some reason, the Stuffitts page wasn't working for me. :(
Hiya! I'm a new follower!
ReplyDeleteA marathon tip? Hmmm...bring loose fitting shoes/sandals for after the run. And make sure to use Body Glide if you need it!
ReplyDeleteMomma Twitch, for some reason I thought I was already a follower...sorry about that.
ReplyDeletePre-race routine: Night before is pasta for dinner and lots of water. Bed early.
Love the solid black running skirt!!! Link didnt work for stuffits and I couldnt locate the website!
ReplyDeletenew follower!!
ReplyDeletePosted a link to this giveaway on my blog
ReplyDeleteHello, New Follower here ;)
ReplyDeleteI like the black and pool running skirt
ReplyDeleteI've never ran a marathon, but would love to one day. My only tip is to have Fun :)
ReplyDeleteMy pre-race routine. I like to have a hearty meal + lots of water, set out all my essentials - glide, gu's, outfit, race kit, bib, camera, charge my garmin, check the weather, set a few alarm clocks and go over the race route.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower
ReplyDeleteI love pretty much everything on the Runningskirts website. The camo is my favorite print. I've never hear dof stuffitts before, so that was interesting. I wonder if they'd work in my Vibrams...
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your first marathon. It's your first, so it's already a PR =)
ReplyDeleteI posted a link on facebook
ReplyDeleteListed a link on my giveaway sidebar on my blog
ReplyDeletewww.aHodgePodgeOfRandomness.blogspot.com
My pre- race routine starts a couple days before. I focus on getting plenty of water and eating lots of complex carbs. I also try to make sure that the nights leading up to the race I'm getting plenty of sleep. I have a tendency to not sleep well the night before. The night before I'll usually have some pasta and more water. Then I lay out everything I think I might need and set the alarm nice and early. I like to get to the start 30-45 min early to hit the bathroom and mingle.
ReplyDeleteI would get the black dot athletic skirt . . . love those compression shorts underneath!
ReplyDeleteAnd teh pink stuffits!
I would get the black dot athletic skirt . . . love those compression shorts underneath!
ReplyDeleteAnd teh pink stuffits!
Marathon tip . . . that is tough since I have not run one yet, but from all I have read and the friends that I know who have run one . . . tak your own water bottle or fuel belt . . . it just makes it all easier
ReplyDeletePre-race routine: The night before I lay out all my clothes and check the weather forecast for the next day. I also get out an gels, water bottles, etc I may need and I tie my timing chip to my shoe. Then I take a shower right before bed and set my alarm clock. The next AM I have some water, iced coffee and PB and honey crackers! At the race I get my ipod set and I use the parta potties at least twice . . . I really do not like to stop during the race!
ReplyDeleteI tweeted!
ReplyDeletehttp://twitter.com/blsdwfullhands/status/15790526734
I posted it at my facebook status!
ReplyDeleteFrom Running Skirts I would love the PUrple Plaid skirt
ReplyDeleteI think the Stuffits would be awesome to have along with me on the Ragnar Wasatch Back next week. If we get rain and my shoes get wet on one leg, MAYBE they will get a little drier before the next leg so I don't end up with blisters :)
I am a follower and have been following for a couple of months now! I am also a Utah gal (from up in Davis County) so it would be fun to meet up sometime for a race :)
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www.stickyfingerprints.com
I have never done a full, but in my half marathon last week (my first ever) I learned that I had to walk through the aid stations so I could drink the gatorade towards the end because I knew I was getting dehydrated and REALLY needed those electrolytes. SO allow your self to walk to get your drink if you need it. I also carried my own water so I could easily drink when I needed it (I used a hand held water bottle)
ReplyDeleteHmm...pre race routine:
ReplyDeleteNight before-Layout clothes, Gu, GPS etc (and make sure I know where the car keys are...LOL..I am notorious for losing them)
Morning of: Wake up, TRY to eat something small (I usually can't though), get dressed and go.
Down a Gu 15 mins pre race and head to the start line...then it is game on!
I've been wanting one of the plaid running skirts for a very long time! I also think the stuffits are quirky while being functional!
ReplyDeleteI'm training for my first marathon, but for all my previous races, I lay everything out the night before in one spot, and three days before I start hydrating more than usual.
ReplyDeleteI just linked your giveaway on my sidebar!
ReplyDeleteI love love love runningskirts.com! their running style is my favorite. I will never go back to shorts... ever.
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower! Excite to read your blog too! GL with the marathon! the first one always feels a little daunting!
ReplyDeleteOne of the things I am so thankful for in my marathon training was finding Bodyglide. I don't know if you use it or not- but I didn't get a single blister on my feet. It's seriously magical! The other tip- make sure you are having fun. If you aren't having fun, you may start doubting your abilities while you're running the race and that can make or break the whole thing.
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