help!first ever 1/2 marathon tomorrow

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help!im running my first ever race on sunday(glasgow 1/2 marathon)ive only been running about 6mths and only just done 12miles in training last week the trouble is i had a blister on each foot so do i put talc on my feet or vasaline which is best?
also is it best to take some energy drinks(red bull or powerade)before running.
one more thing if it is raining do runners put on a waterproof top or still run in vests?
i would be very gratefull for some info as im a total newbie........

[Deleted User]

Hi David
try not to worry too much, things will fall into place tomorrow. Its definately trial and error with regard to blisters. Don't drink anything tomorrow that you haven't tested in training. Run in a vest/t-shirt/whatever you're comfy in. A jacket won't help if its peeing down. Above all, have a great time, you've done the training! You'll be on a high after the race!!!! Good luck! Let me know how you get on.......

Desert Man

Good advice Mark,

Also suggest you don't blast off at the start ... stick to your planned pace and let those with hot heels zip off. You'll meet many of them later around mile 11 !!

Good luck ... & enjoy it ...

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thanks for the advice mark/mr c.
im nervous already but looking forward to the day..hope this is my first 1/2 marathon of many....but i seem to be getting fatter instead of fitter!

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bet you feel good now mate Well done

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feeling good for finishing,enjoyed the day even though it was pouring.not very happy with my time but was just happy to complete..got very sore nipples though they were bleeding!!!!!

Head Gone

Well done Dave. Have you got the bug. Time, like size, is not important.

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Us wimmmin have it lucky with sports bras
Fantastic effort though!!
It was gorgeous here today for the KRUF 10K,maybe you should move to Wales

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only started running about 6mths ago to do the 1/2 marathon for charity managed to raise around £600 for cancer..but would like to keep it up as ive went from 161/2stone to 15stone but would like to do it again in a faster time.......

Monkeyella

Well done
You've made a big difference already & you're an inspiration to us big beginners.
Show's it can be done! Enjoy it!

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That is impressive!!

Desert Man

Congratulations - fantastic !! Keep it going

[Deleted User]

well done for completeing your first 1/2 marathon.i am planning my first one at the end of october- Barns Green.I started running in March because i was volunteered at work for the London Open 10k race!which i completed in 62 minutes.Did the Arundel 10k a couple of weeks ago and have my entry form in for the London marathon Keep it up!