The Extra Mile! Race week

Jenny Falconer discusses essential preparations leading up to race day in this episode of RunPod's Extra Mile. She emphasizes that this is not the time to gain fitness; instead, runners should focus on maintaining their current fitness level with short and easy runs. Gentle pace reminders are encouraged, but nothing too taxing.

Falconer highlights the importance of gear preparation, suggesting that contestants lay out their outfits well in advance and avoid new items, including shoes and socks, to prevent potential race day mishaps. Hydration is crucial, and she advises against overhydrating, recommending regular sips instead.

In terms of nutrition, Falconer advises gradually increasing carbohydrate intake in the days leading up to the race, without making any drastic changes. Additionally, she acknowledges that sleep may be elusive the night before but encourages runners to focus on getting adequate rest in the days prior.

Lastly, visualization techniques are recommended, encouraging runners to mentally picture the entire race experience from start to finish, picturing themselves crossing the line triumphantly. She reassures listeners that they are prepared and ready to perform their best on race day.