3 Tips to help you through your long runs!

LONG RUNS ๐๐ป
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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 itโs 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 โ
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2. โOnly 8 miles leftโ, โnow only 7 milesโโฆ 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! ๐
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3. Smile ๐ Yes, smile! When it feels like itโs getting tough, smiling actually helps. Itโs 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 ๐๐ป
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Oh and here is a bonus tipโฆ get yourself some of the Ultra Light Shorts from @teamrunderwear
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๐ Best running shorts on the market. Amazing to run in, especially on your long runs ๐๐ป
