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Get Race Ready!

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Get Race Ready!

Due to Corona Virus, it has been a while since we have raced. Here are a few of our favourite items & tips as we prepare for the first racing season in over a year.

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Race Day Shoes

Below are a few of our favourite race day shoes. Some people love to have a special pair that is just for racing. These could be your lightweight responsive shoes that are geared specifically for going fast. Many runners are excited about the new carbon fibre shoes. These types of shoes you wouldn’t wear for your typical jog, are specifically designed for a zippy, race day event![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”37632″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][laborator_products_carousel row_clear=”5″ auto_rotate=”0″ products_query=”size:12|order_by:date|order:DESC|post_type:product|by_id:36643,34342,32676,31286,31272,28322,27063,37552″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1622711084965{background-color: #f6f6f6 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Lucky Socks!

Not all runners are superstitious but you might be surprised to learn how many have a favourite pair of smelly but lucky socks. At Running Bear, we know the power of the right pair of socks can have. Avoid blisters, and show your personality with your own pair of lucky socks.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”35608″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][laborator_products_carousel row_clear=”5″ auto_rotate=”0″ products_query=”size:12|order_by:date|post_type:product|by_id:34661,34207,34194,20758,19927,7668,33004″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Race Day Clothing

It is important to check the weather before you head out to the race. On colder days, dress like it is 10-20° (F)  warmer than the outside temperature to calculate your running temperature. If you are debating whether or not to bring gloves and a hat it’s always a good idea to have them go without! Below are a few of our favourite choices for all sorts of races despite the weather.

Some runners are reluctant to use a safety pin to pierce through their running gear, that is why we recommend these Ultimate Performance Race Magnets![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”34376″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][laborator_products_carousel row_clear=”5″ auto_rotate=”0″ products_query=”size:All|order_by:title|post_type:product|by_id:36905,36879,35545,35536,35469,35388,32343,32297,32265,32251,32057,28905,10268,15421″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1622711111037{background-color: #f6f6f6 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Hats & Sunglasses

Especially if you are out on the road, do not let the sunlight reflect off the pavement onto your face/into your eyes. By keeping your eyes and face protected in the shade you are reducing the risk of sunburn & dehydration. Wearing sunglasses is also an excellent way to look super cool and psyche out the competition 😆. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”36483″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][laborator_products_carousel row_clear=”5″ auto_rotate=”0″ products_query=”size:12|order_by:rand|post_type:product|by_id:36526,36521,36500,36495,36449,33037,32001,31999,35273,31997″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Belts, Hydration & Fuel

We cannot recommend enough that you practice your fueling routine before your big race! Sometimes when you are looking for gels for your marathon, a sugary sweet pack looks delicious, but by mile 22 the last thing you want is sugary sweet birthday cake batter fuel! Practice with different types of fuel and methods of hydration so you are ready for your big day. Some runners like to carry water & Gatorade with them during their race, when you are training see what works best for you!

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Technology & First Aid

Many runners like to run with their phone to listen to music or track their miles -but it is actually a great safety advantage as well. In the times of 2020, you might be required to run with a face mask but don’t forget the other health necessities like nipple protectors & anti-chafe cream![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”21974″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][laborator_products_carousel row_clear=”5″ auto_rotate=”0″ products_query=”size:12|order_by:rand|post_type:product|by_id:33043,24157,22784,21966,21513,21226,20252,18323,17051,12681,7595″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Recovery

We actually have an entire article based around the importance of recovery but as a brief tip we can suggest the Hoka and Oofos Recovery Sliders as a perfect way to walk around after your race!

Let us know how you do in all of your races -especially if you wear Running Bear gear tag us in your photos on Instagram and Facebook.

Good luck and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the Bears, we love talking about all things running![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”More Recovery Tips” style=”gradient” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Frunningbear.co.uk%2Frecovery%2F”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”35714″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://runningbear.co.uk/recovery/”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”34380″ img_size=”large”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

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