Okay, okay, running a marathon is nevereasy.
Thats why 26-time marathon finisherLatoya Shauntay Snellrecently took toInstagramto share a few tips specifically for these back-of-the-pack participants.
The distance is the distanceno one can say youre not a marathoner.
Ready to get started?
Youre not gonna really get the benefit of a cookie-cutter marathon plan, says Snell.
The jargon completely changes for us.
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That doesnt give me much time to really train, she says.
With the wrong method, I might be under-training.
I need to know what it feels like, she says.
Slower athletes need to build their ability to stick it out through those moments of self-doubt, she says.
Snell also recommends packing electrolyte tabs since youll likely be sweating for so many hours straight.
Some runners may even carry anti-chafe balm, sunscreen, or band-aids.
This may mean wearing a hydration pack, or stuffing your pockets to capacity.
Youre not fueling for them.
Youre fueling for yourself.
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I always encourage people to do their research, says Snell.
Look up what a races policies are, as well as its reputation among back-of-the-pack runners.
Find the right running buddies
Not all running groups are accommodating toslower runners.
But running with other people can be a game-changerit can both improve your running skills and boost your motivation.
The key is finding people who respect your goals and effort, even if theyre faster than you.
Find someone who is going to meet you where you are, says Snell.
We fear the idea of being forgotten or left behind or laughed at.
But she points out that, most of the time, these scenarios simply dont happen.
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