![]() “Uh coach, running makes me tired and I’ve got this big race to run, you know.” I remember thinking my high school coach was crazy when he told me to jog for 15 minutes before the start of my race. When I’ve asked runners why they don’t warm up, the number one reason is that they’re worried it will make them tired before the race.ĭon’t feel ashamed if you’ve made this mistake. Not only will a warmup prime your muscles for hard running, it will dramatically increase performance and help prevent injuries. Many beginners don’t recognize the importance of warming up before a race. Myth 1: Warming up will make you tired for the race. To help maximize your chances of success on race day, let’s look at three of the most common pre-race myths and learn why (and how) to avoid making these same mistakes before your next race. RELATED: Want to race better? See if before it happens! Even small mistakes in this tiny timeframe before a race can spell disaster regardless of how fit you are. An often overlooked, yet critical component to running fast, however, is executing in the final days and hours leading up to the race. ![]() ![]() The right combination of hard workouts, recovery efforts, weekly mileage and long runs are the main ingredients necessary to run a new personal best. Runners put a lot of thought and planning into their training schedule, and with good reason. Learn why (and how) to avoid making these same mistakes before your next race. ![]()
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