Hello friends.
So I'm attempting to run the Marine Corps Marathon on Oct 31st. I say attempting because let's be honest, anything can happen at a marathon. I've ran this race last year (shod) and I have recently driven a major part of the course to see the BF friendliness of it. It appears to be quite good actually.
I believe I'm ready physically and mentally. Just finished a 20 mile run on Tues that felt very good. Legs feel strong, feet are quite conditioned. Body and mind are ready. Since BF running has a bit of a different approach, I was wondering if any seasoned BF Marathoners had any tips or suggestions for race day and before.
I know everyone is different, but I wondered if there were any things I could pick up in these last 2 weeks. Here are some sample questions I have.
What days do I run, and how far leading up to the marathon to make sure that my "feet" are at maximum strength? I am not as worried about my muscles and cardio as they are now in tapering mode, but the bottom of feet are a different story.
What would I carry in case of blister or issue on bottom of foot? Socks? New Skin? VFF's?
Should I wear throw away socks etc up until race start to keep feet warm or just warm up in the cold (if it is a cold morning in DC)
I can't think of any others at the moment, but any other tip specific to BF would appreciated. Thanks in advance!!!
So I'm attempting to run the Marine Corps Marathon on Oct 31st. I say attempting because let's be honest, anything can happen at a marathon. I've ran this race last year (shod) and I have recently driven a major part of the course to see the BF friendliness of it. It appears to be quite good actually.
I believe I'm ready physically and mentally. Just finished a 20 mile run on Tues that felt very good. Legs feel strong, feet are quite conditioned. Body and mind are ready. Since BF running has a bit of a different approach, I was wondering if any seasoned BF Marathoners had any tips or suggestions for race day and before.
I know everyone is different, but I wondered if there were any things I could pick up in these last 2 weeks. Here are some sample questions I have.
What days do I run, and how far leading up to the marathon to make sure that my "feet" are at maximum strength? I am not as worried about my muscles and cardio as they are now in tapering mode, but the bottom of feet are a different story.
What would I carry in case of blister or issue on bottom of foot? Socks? New Skin? VFF's?
Should I wear throw away socks etc up until race start to keep feet warm or just warm up in the cold (if it is a cold morning in DC)
I can't think of any others at the moment, but any other tip specific to BF would appreciated. Thanks in advance!!!