Learn How To Run The Perfect Half Marathon

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How To Run The Half Marathon? Running The Perfect Half Marathon

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If you are interested in running the half marathon then you will find this presentation very useful. Without any shadow of a doubt the half marathon is becoming one of the most popular events in the world today. For many people trying to run the full marathon is just a huge step. Taking on half of that distance at 13.1 miles is something that almost anyone can do with a little training. In 12 weeks you could be ready to run a half marathon and also raise some much needed funds for your favourite charity as well.

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How To Run The Half Marathon?

Running The Perfect Half Marathon

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Contents Included:

• Distance is 13.1 Miles• Average Time is 2 hours• Training Plan Needed• Hydration & Nutrition• Kit Required• Technical Help• Overcoming Problems• Dealing With Injuries• Race Day!!!

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The Half Marathon Training Plan

• Perfect training plan takes 12 weeks

• Increases in distance over time

• Will have rest days built in to it

• Will keep you motivated• Ensures success• You do need to stick to

the plan

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Half Marathon Hydration & Nutrition

• Staying hydrated is vital• Isotonic drinks and water

will do the job perfectly• Good diet is important

but not vital• Plenty of carbohydrates

needed for energy• Slow release

carbohydrates work best of all like porridge

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Half Marathon Kit

• It is all about the running shoes – Buy quality shoes for the very best results

• Wear socks with no internal seams to avoid blisters

• Layer up if winter training• Waterproof jacket if

training in the rain• Other than that a t-shirt,

shorts, or running bottoms are all you need

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Half Marathon Technical Help• Get yourself an inexpensive

running watch• GPS is an alternative• Heart Rate monitor is an

alternative• You should consider running

apps as well• Sunglasses and a small running

bag• Water bottle holder is very

useful• Smart Phone or MP3 with

headphones helps

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Overcoming Half Marathon Problems

• Training takes time – Make sure that you can commit to the training

• Does it interfere with the family life?

• Does it interfere with your working life?

• How are you going to stay motivated?

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Dealing With Injuries

• Learn how to warm up properly as that will prevent most injuries

• Learn how to cool down properly as that is vitally important

• If feeling run down with a cold/flu – then take a little time off and get well

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Half Marathon Race Day

• The big day has arrived – Eat a good breakfast and get there early

• Always warm up before the race

• Run at your own pace and avoid getting caught up in the early bedlum

• Run consistent miles like you did when you were training

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How To Run The Half Marathon Book

• I wrote this book specifically for people who want to run the half marathon

• Packed with information and tips to run the perfect race

• Available on Kindle