3 Tips to help you through your long runs!

LONG RUNS 🙌🏻

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My personal favourite is the long run!

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It helps build a strong aerobic foundation like no other run, builds endurance, and mental toughness to name a few of the benefits

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But, especially given that it’s the business end now of London marathon training, these little tips will help get you through those final miles of your long runs before you taper!

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1. Unless you are following a very specific paced session, then ignore the pace, relax and run it easy and chilled ✅

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2. “Only 8 miles left”, “now only 7 miles”… STOP THAT SHIT! You are just elongating things and torturing yourself. Pick your eyes up and take in the surroundings instead of counting down the miles! 😎

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3. Smile 😊 Yes, smile! When it feels like it’s getting tough, smiling actually helps. It’s been scientifically proven to work and the great man Eliud Kipchoge considers it a key tactic in his marathon running success. Give it a try!!

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I could go on all day with more, but what are your big tips for long runs?

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Let me know in the comments 👌🏻

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Oh and here is a bonus tip… get yourself some of the Ultra Light Shorts from @teamrunderwear

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💙 Best running shorts on the market. Amazing to run in, especially on your long runs 👍🏻