Today I thought I'd write a slightly different blog post discussing the various factors to consider for anyone who's thinking about running a Half Marathon. The post is also for those that have previously ran one but wanted an alternative perspective. I'm actually writing this whilst on the sofa recovering from the Liverpool Half Marathon of 2024 that finished around 8 hours ago, so everything I'm talking about is very fresh! So where to start? How about the day before. Yes it goes without saying that it's important you can run the distance and this is built-up over several weeks and months, gradually increasing your stamina and running duration. That in itself is a whole separate blog post! Let's assume that's already taken care of. I cannot stress enough the importance of being organised when it comes to what to wear, ensuring headphones are charged, accessories are packed, knowing how to get to the starting line, what to do when you arrive, what to listen to etc, the list ...
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