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Old 08-06-2008, 05:58 PM   #2 (permalink)
ceebee
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You probably are already doing most of these but here's what I did while marathon training in Florida:

1. Drink, drink, drink the night before

2. Brought water in a Fuel Belt and took a gel w/electrolytes every 45 minutes (your timing may vary). For some people, taking gels with gatorade can cramp your stomach and cause ugly things to happen. During the training runs, I figured out my fueling and hydrating needs and I never had any problems racing in the heat. Also, when it's hot, some people take Hammer Nutrition e caps to replenish electrolytes, but I never could tell a difference.

3. Wore a Nike Dri Fit visor.

4. Run in as little clothes as possible. I'd rather have the air circulating on my back than a Dri Fit top plastered on

5. Before you run, you could always plant a half frozen bottle of water on your route.

6. Know you'll be at least 10% slower due to heat and humidity.

Sorry I don't have any better tips!
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