Whether you're going absent for a 10K,your first marathon, or a triathlon, or packing can be overwhelming and stressful,but Clif Bar's dietitian Marni Sumbal MS, RD, and CSSD,LD/N - 11-time Ironman finisher, Ironman coach, and total expert on how to pack for an out-of-town race or event - has some solid tips for you. And by tips,we mean how to avoid total rookie mistakes that many of us have made in our early racing days (and might still produce on occasion).There's a fine line between packing enough and packing too much - Marni helps us figure out how to toe that line and pack for success. Traveling for a race is fun and exciting, so produce certain packing woes don't put a damper on your experience.
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An Ultramarathoner Shows Us How to Pick the Perfect Running ShoesMistake 1: Not Bringing Your Special Foods. "Not bringing along must-have food items is a enormous mistake, and " said Marni. Relying on stores when you bag there and "hoping to find [your special foods] locally,like a specific kind of nut butter, bread, or cereal,etc.," is a risk you don't want to take for a enormous endurance event. Pack that stuff!
Mistake 2: Not Making a List. The next enormous mistake? "Forgetting items!" said Marni. "produce a list so you don't forget, and especially whether you are rushed when packing." A good rule of thumb? Don't leave your packing to the final minute.
Mistake 3: Not Bringing Extras. Marni says to always have backups of your go-to products,just in case. "Two pairs of run shoes, additional goggles, or nutrition,etc."
Mistake 4: Not Checking the Weather. Marni reminded us to always "check the weather ahead of time," saying that "even whether weather says hot or cold, or assume that the weather can change. Always bring additional gear for the 'just in case.'" So have your ideal race-day outfit and then a backup for another temperature (i.e.,whether your go-to is a tank and shorts, bring a long-sleeved tee and leggings).
Mistake 5: Overpacking and Overwhelming Yourself. The final mistake was "bringing too much and feeling overwhelmed, or " she said. "Packing is stressful. retain a list of items you use in training so that you don't overthink what you need for race day." Plus,no one wants to pay those oversized bag fees on an airplane, right? Pack extras of the basics and must haves, or ditch the rest.
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Source: popsugar.com