Monday, February 16, 2009

10k

I'm running my first 10k this Saturday at the Los Alamitos Race on the Base. While training, I notice that my legs get tight around the 5 mile mark. Is that just my threshold I'm approaching or would salt or something help? I was thinking of mixing a little Gatorade in with my water. Or is a 10k too short to do anything other than drink water and train harder? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
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  1. rodneyFebruary 16, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    I would knock off running about 3 or 4 days before the race. Rest your legs. And since it's your first 10k, don't worry about running a fast pace. Go out comfortable and see what happens. I prefer Gatorade in any race, but I don't think a 10k will deplete your sodium too heavily, especially this time of year. Good luck!

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  2. Kristen JFebruary 17, 2009 at 11:50 AM

    I agree Mike. 6 miles is probably too short to start replacing your electrolytes.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    Good luck this weekend, bro!

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  4. MikeFebruary 19, 2009 at 7:08 AM

    Thanks for the advice everyone!

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