Sydney shone with stunning blue skies while 34,000 runners took part in 4 events in this years Blackmores Sydney Running Festival yesterday. In perfect conditions the harbour glistened as runners took part in the 4km Family run, the very popular 9km Bridge run, the half marathon (21.1km) and the Sydney Marathon (42.2km). Kenyan runner Willy … [Read more...]
Nutrition plans for the SMH Half-marathon
May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Just over a week to go until the SMH half marathon and it’s time to perfect all the little 1%’ers, such as your race pace plan and fluid intake. Unfortunately the SMH half marathon website doesn’t give the simplest instructions with the drink stations or aid stations but here is what I have worked out. Some of this is straight from the race … [Read more...]
Top 6 tips for your first Half-marathon
May 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The months of training building up to your first race is a big undertaking, and can be all consuming, but as the hard physical work is nearly completed the tactical & organisational elements of the race become more important. Here are 6 tips to help make your race day a memorable one for all the right reasons. 1) Dressed Rehersal. Use your … [Read more...]
