By now you have done all the work needed to race/run the marathon. The hard work and training is all there, all you have to do is get to the start line and apply all that work you have done. But what should you do the night before your big race. Here are some tips that will help, know that this comes from numerous attempts at running and racing the marathon and other distances, also what has been heard from other runners on their methods the nights before a race.

TIPS:

What to Eat

• DO try to eat what you been normally eating every day when doing a long run.
• DO have carbohydrates, foods that have that.
• DO drink lots of water, mainly stay hydrated.
• DON’T eat or choose foods that are greasy, gassy, spicy, or are rich in high-fiber.
• DON’T drink alcohol or caffeine drinks, unless you used it in your training.
• DON’T over eat and make your stomach hurt, take in moderation.
  
  

How to Sleep

Sleep is crucial, not just for general health but in order to perform and be well rested. Days before the race sleep is a main factor, but this is also the night before, we understand that you’ll be anxious and nervous, we really all are so try to sleep.

• DO get plenty of sleep days prior and also the night before.
• DO hit the bed as early as possible.
• DO breathing exercises and try to calm your nerves.
• DON’T stress, you done all the work til this point, relax, sleep and eat and enjoy the experience after all the hard work has been put in.

Morning of Race

• DO wake up in a good and grateful mood, you have done it, let’s go and race our hearts out and enjoy.
• DO an easy lite jog if you feel nervous or anxious or go walk and make sure you gave everything prepared, like what you are wearing for race.
• DO lay out and prepare what you are taking to the race, including your bib, clothes, shoes, breakfast, water, anti-chafe salve, energy gels and more.
• DO final checklist of what you have and try not to over think, enjoy the process. You put in the hard work, LET’S RACE 🙂