Race Ready with Salomon
Because it’s such an iconic distance, a marathon is a goal for many runners and an endurance test that requires serious preparation. The sweet spot for most runners somewhere between a time of two hours and change for elite runners and eight hours for walkers. However at most races, times of less than four hours for men and four-and-a-half hours for women are a good reference for a marathon. Whatever your goals, good preparation is essential for ensuring an enjoyable experience and also to avoid injury. If there isn’t a kit list for the race or if you’re doing a training run, determine what you might take with you to keep you safe. For many trail runs and races, it is important that you be self-sufficient!
THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT
Here is a list of a few essentials:
- Running shoes designed for specific use
- Light and comfortable running clothing
- Quality socks essential for comfort
- Two 500ml flasks of water /energy drink
- Energy bars and gels
- Extra layers depending on the weather
- Survival blanket (always!)
- Cell phone with protection against water
- A pair of running poles if needed!
Road running shoes are designed for more controlled surfaces like roads, running tracks and treadmills, road runners benefit from lighter shoes with more energy efficiency.
Bib or no bib. Take a step, make that your goal and celebrate the effort of getting out there, rather than what happens out there.Keep safe, healthy, and happy. Don't forget to breathe.
Lucy Bartholomew
Follow Lucy's journey here: @lucy_bartholomew
Unlike trail or road running, gravel running is soft, natural, inviting, safe, and even restorative. Also, running can often evoke a competitive spirit, but on gravel, this becomes less of a motivator. The mindset shifts from competition to discovery, exploration, adventure, and fun!
- David Jou, Salomon Ambassador
Trail shoes are recognizable by their deep, aggressive multi-directional lugs that provide additional traction on technical terrain like mud, rocks and loose surfaces. They provide essential traction and safety on ascents and descents.
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