Race-day nerves and butterflies are normal

The 5K is a warm-up, not a test

Conditions may be humid, foggy, or unpredictable — adjust calmly

Ignore comparison and other runners’ bravado

If a mile feels hard, manage this mile only

Adjust pace early if needed — pulling back is smart execution

Stopping too long often makes restarting harder

Run your race, in your body, at your effort

Trust yourself — you did the work

If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels.

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• Shakeout runs should be very easy and optional
• Carb loading is complete — keep food light and familiar
• Avoid excessive hydration to reduce GI and electrolyte issues
• Stay off social media forums on race eve
• Lay out gear once and stop touching it
• Limit walking and standing as much as practical
• Expect imperfect sleep — it will not derail your race
• Set one execution intention (not a pace or time goal)

If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels.

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Takeaways

Recovery is crucial between races in the Dopey Challenge.

Hydration and nutrition play a key role in performance.

Stretching before the race can alleviate soreness.

Plan your race day routine to include familiar foods.

Pacing should start easy to avoid early fatigue.

Be mindful of cumulative fatigue from walking in the parks.

Stick to your nutrition plan during the marathon.

Listen to your body and adjust as needed during the race.

Celebrate your achievements after completing the races.

Prepare mentally for the early morning wake-up calls.

If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels.

Click here to schedule a consultation

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