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Race Day - Triathlon Run

GO! Your legs will feel like jelly. Everyone's legs feel like jelly! It will pass.

You may think you look funny, but you don't and your legs will get used to the run within a couple of minutes.
Cheer people on as they pass you or you pass them.
Enjoy the beautiful surroundings as you get into your pace.
Be careful and aware of road surfaces (i.e. potholes, gravel, etc...).
Be careful of traffic. Most races do not close down the roads entirely and you may have to share it with vechiles or cyclists completing their bike leg.
Let runners know when you plan to pass them if you are in tight quarters. Be sure there is enough room, pass on the "outside" and then get in front of them. This advice is for tighht quarters. normally, there is plenty of room to navigate.
Pass on the outside.
Drink water at stations. Take a cup and pour it over your head -- it feels great!! Be careful it's not gatoraid.
Actively relax your shoulders. Be conscious that you do not clench your fists or your jaw. Give your blood the opportunity to flow.

Additional Triathlon Run Resources - Traithlon questions you asked and we answered.
Headphones during Triathlon Races and Training - I ran across “the top ten violated rules” during a triathlon event on the USAT website...the rule that changed the way I trained and raced most came was #8
Foot Blisters, Avoiding and Taking Care of Them
Race Day Check-list - Print off a list of what you'll need to bring on the morning of your triathlon event.
Healthy Lifestyles Through Triathlons
How to Document Your Triathlon
What to Wear in Cold Weather Triathlons - Recommendations from a reader.
Bike Jerseys or Tech Shirts for the Run
Triathlete Profile: Laureen Jenson - Start swimming in open water as early and often as possible....
Triathlete Profile: Mickey Rzymek - The best advice that I can give a Newbie is...make sure to put your name on all of your equipment!
Foot Blisters, Avoiding and Taking Care of Them
For Men: Swimming, biking and running shorts explination
Triathlon Running Styles & Footwear - running barefoot vs. properly-fitting sneakers geared towards the way you run.
Supporting "The Two Girls" - A GREAT Bra for Well-Endowed Triathletes


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