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Safety Tips For A Half-Marathon Runner

By

Rishi Singh

Feb 14, 2022

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Running outside provides many advantages! You can explore the trails, enjoy a new city's scenery, and get fresh air! Unfortunately, some potential danger comes along with those advantages. Several strategies guarantee you end your run in the same state as when you started. Along with personal safety, there are several components of half marathon training that, if carried out improperly, can put your health and training success in danger. The suggestions in this blog can help you stay on track with your training, whether you are jogging a kilometre on your neighbourhood track or 21.0975 kilometres in the upcoming half marathon of MP. Get ready for the Pankh MP Half Marathon with us. Register now by clicking on the link- register

    15 Tips For A Half-Marathon Runner

    Before knowing how to prepare yourself before the half marathon, look at these safety measures to improve your physical safety and long-term health while training for a half marathon.

      1. Avoid Trying To Accomplish Too Much In Too Little Time

      The most common reason for running mishaps and injuries is attempting too much too soon. Although having a 'go-get-them' mentality is admirable, increasing your mileage too soon will quickly get you benched. When building it up, raise your weekly distance by at most 10%. For instance, if you ran 20 miles this week, you should run at most 22 miles the following week (20 miles multiplied by 10% equals an increase of 2 miles). Reduce your distance by around 20% every three to four weeks to aid recovery and ensure to continue running effectively.

        2. Warm Up Effectively Each Time

        Running without adequately warming up can result in injury, especially for athletes using speed work as part of their half-marathon preparation. It is necessary to warm up before covering up a long distance. To reach the finish line without injuries, you should warm up your body before the race.

          3. Train Hard On Some Days And Easy On Others

          Alternate easy days with hard days during your training week to promote healing before and after challenging or intense workouts to prevent injury. For instance, a day of intense speed work intervals might be preceded and followed by an easy day of running (one to two minutes slower per mile than race pace). Suppose you do have consecutive days of rigorous exercise. Each one should concentrate on a different aspect of training and a set of muscles.

            4. Try To Avoid Experiments On The Day Of The Event

            The race day differs from the time to experiment with new gear, hydration methods, or race tactics. Instead, keep to your plan and what has proven effective during training. On the day of the half marathon race, you should not experiment with severe changes cause they lead to stomach pains, injuries or low energy.

              5. Keep An Eye On Both Your Physical And Mental State

              You could not be eating or drinking enough, or at the proper time, if you feel down or lack of energy. These fundamentals will help you master your nutrition and hydration plan.

                6. Avoid Running Through The Pain

                Our primary objective as runners should be to prepare for life. Stop running if you feel discomfort that prompts you to alter your form. Do not risk your long-term health and safety by continuing to run while injured. Visit a sports medicine physician to determine whether you can run without risking injury, take some time off, or adhere to a special rehabilitation plan.

                  7. Run With A Friend

                  It is fun to run with a pal! It is also among the finest methods to run safely. You are less likely to become a victim of crime and more likely to be seen by passing cars. Consider the power of numbers. If one of you needs assistance, the other can do so more quickly and provide support until aid arrives. Additionally, everyone agrees that training with friends is preferable since they will hold you accountable. This advice persuades your friend to train with you if you need to!

                    8. Listen To What Is Around You

                    Always be aware of your surroundings, whether running on trails or the roads! While music might motivate us to reach the finish line, it can keep us from hearing the world around us. Keep one earbud out if you wear them while running. Keep the volume down. You can also play your music loudly.

                      9. Run Against The Traffic

                      Both you and the other drivers need to be able to see each other. You can see what is approaching you as you run against the traffic flow. Drivers would not have enough time to react if they do not notice you until the last second, so avoid racing into traffic on blind bends. Plan your route in advance to ensure you always run into traffic, especially as your mileage increases.

                        10. If You Are Crossing The Street, Look Both Ways

                        This advice has its roots in early infancy. You should be aware of everything when running. Refrain from counting on cars to come to a stop. They may not notice you. Observe all signals, and even when it is your turn, always look both ways! The order of the lights might have changed even though you believe you know it. Do not make any assumptions.

                          11. Dress In Reflective Materials

                          When running outside, visibility is crucial, so wear reflective clothing to help. Vehicles need to be able to see you so they can take action. You can wear thin lights on your arms, shoes, ankles, or cap. Wearing reflective materials and using lights will also make you more visible to other runners and cyclists. In the dark, reflective apparel is extremely useful. You will be more noticeable in the dark with LED bracelets. They may fit around your arm or ankle, are lightweight, and have a long battery life

                            12. Inform Someone Of Your Run Schedule

                            Inform someone of your intended route, mileage, and return time before you leave. This individual can be a close friend, coworker, or roommate. This lets them know when to anticipate your return and where to look if you are late. Most smartphones have a feature that lets someone know where you are; enable it. Here are the steps for sharing your location on an iPhone and an Android device.

                              The Final Say

                              Stay on the same path twice when training for a half marathon. Practising the same route can improve your training while lowering the risk of being hurt while running. You boost your chances of safety on your subsequent runs by using one or all 12 safety suggestions. Most likely, you already employ some of these. So utilise them frequently to increase your safety while running a half marathon.

                                The Upcoming Half-Marathon Of MP

                                The Pankh MP Half Marathon is an initiative of the Bansal News to support the persistence and commitment of the upcoming Sport Stars of Madhya Pradesh. There are three categories in the marathon:

                                • Half-Marathon (21.0975 km).
                                • Open 10k (10km)
                                • Run for Fun (6km)

                                MP Pankh Half Marathon will be concluded with Pankh Khel Protsahan Awards to reward young sports achievers. The event will commence on 26th February 2023 from the TT Nagar Stadium, Bhopal. If you are a fitness and running enthusiast, then come forward and join this thrilling event.So what are you waiting for? Register now and be a part of the Pankh MP Half-Marathon. Click here! https://mpmarathon.run/registration/marathon 26 Feb 2023 TT Nagar Stadium Contact - 942 582 7903, 7880094636, 8269199962 Website- mp.marathon.run Email - [email protected] Instagram - @mp.marathon Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/pankhmarathon/

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