Running a marathon has both physical and mental demands, so it’s important to be adequately prepared for the challenge.
The Buenos Aires Marathon 2024 will take place next Sunday, September 22, where the participants They will run 42 kilometers in the City. The event, which has been held since 1984, will have both its start and finish in the Figueroa Alcorta Avenue and Dorregoin front of the Monumental stadium of the River Plate Athletic Club.
25 thousand runners will gather in the City of Buenos Aires, in one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. The route will pass by the Golf Club, the Buenos Aires Hippodrome, the Recoleta Cemetery, Corrientes Avenue, the Obelisk, the Cabildo, the Plaza de Mayo, the Colon Theater, the Tres de Febrero Park, the Faculty of Law, the Floralis Genérica, the Planetarium and the colorful neighborhoods of La Boca and Puerto Madero.
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10 tips if it’s your first time in a marathon
1. Be clear about your goals
Before you start training, you need to be clear about what you hope to achieve in the marathon. Do you want to finish the race regardless of the time, or do you expect to complete it in a specific time? For this reason, it is key to have your objectives set and make sure they are achievable.
2. Train in advance
It is not recommended wait until the last moment to start training. Approximately four months before the marathon you should start preparing, which will give you enough time to build your aerobic base and arrive at the big day in really good shape.
3. Establish a training plan
Try to follow a individualized training plan to your characteristics and needs. It must be adapted to your current level of physical fitness and must be progressive to avoid dreaded injuries.
4. Nutrition is a key factor
Nutrition is essential for any athlete. Make sure you have a balanced diet and suitable for your training. You have to include enough carbohydrates to have the necessary energy during your running sessions.
In addition, one must take into account a good protein intake to maintain your muscle mass levels.
5. Use appropriate equipment
Wear clothing and shoes suitable for long-distance running. Your shoes should be comfortable and offer support for your feet and ankles. Also, make sure to wear socks that prevent blisters and chafing, one of the biggest enemies of longer training sessions.
6. Listen to your body
Your body will tell you when you need to rest. If you feel pain or excessive fatigue, stop and take a day off. Training hard is important, but to progress you also need to recover well. Listen to your body to avoid injury or illness.
7. Train at marathon pace
Before the race, it is advisable to do some practice runs to familiarise yourself with the intensity of the Marathon. This will also help you establish your race pace and increase your confidence levels.
8. Maintain a positive attitude
Maintaining a positive attitude throughout the training and the Marathon is very important, as well as visualizing your own success and remembering the magnitude of what you are accomplishing. The mind must be trained, just like the body.
9. Seek support
Seek support from friends, family, other runners and especially from your coachHaving someone to analyze your workouts, help you structure them, and support you through tough times is key to success.
10. Enjoy the ride
Finally, enjoy the tourRunning a marathon is an amazing achievement. Take in the scenery, cheer on other runners and enjoy the marathon.
Source: Ambito
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