Rock N' Roll Seattle Half Marathon Prep

Now that you've trained hard and ready to go, how else do you prepare for a race (especially if you're traveling).

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Pre-race:

Race confirmation Hotel confirmation Plane tickets Directions to race start and number pick-up (www.mapquest.com) Course map Vaseline or other anti-chafing lotion Sunscreen Lip balm with sunscreen Hat or visor Safety pins Water bottle for the flight Healthy, carbohydrate-laden snacks for the trip Area maps Area guide for restaurants and events Camera and film Extra cash, travelers checks, or credit cards ID and passport if necessary Street clothes and shoes Toiletries including a travel-sized first aid kit Ear plugs Travel alarm Toilet paper Food you usually eat for breakfast before running

Race:

Shoes, orthotics if necessary Singlet/short-sleeve shirt Long-sleeve shirt Sports bra Shorts Tights Socks Gloves Sports watch Sunglasses Old sweatshirt or T-shirt you can toss after a few miles Gels or sports drink if you've been training with them Energy bars if you'll be standing around for several hours before the race Fanny pack if you run with one

Post-race:

Extra socks Extra shirt and shorts/pants Waterproof jacket Food if you won't be fed at the post-race festivities Ibuprofen Towel Plastic bag for ice, dirty clothes, etc.

Food/Snacks - Check!

• Drinks
• Energy Bars
• Instant Oatmeal
• Granola
• Honey
• Peanut Butter/Almond Butter
• Bagels or English Muffin
• Fruit
• Chocolate - portion control with individual squares

Gadgets, Etc.

• Toe caps
• Body Glide
• Headband
• Ipod w/ holder - loaded with music and well charged
• Cell phone
• Camera
• Garmin - well charged
• Arm sleeves?/compression sleeves
• Medications you take regularly

OK, I think I'm ready. Wish me luck and I'll see you on the *flipside*.