- You have to start somewhere.
- The right sneakers can make or break your run.
- Training plans are more than mere suggestions.
- It’s okay to not follow a training plan 100%.
- Getting up before the sun never gets easier.
- Running a marathon is actually good training for running a marathon.
- Not everyone wants to hear about your running exploits.
- Learning about “on course nutrition” is a vital aspect of your training.
- Drink before you’re thirsty.
- Part of your training is learning to ignore the pain.
- Speaking of pain, get to know your danger zones (alternatively titled, Lube is Your Friend).
- Black toenails are a point of pride.
- Cross train, strength train, cross train.
- And stretch after you run.
- Accountability partners are great.
- But sometimes music can be better.
- Compare and despair.
- Having more than one goal is a good idea.
- Time doesn’t really matter (unless it does – see #18).
- Crowds are a huge help.
- Speaking of crowds, put your name on your shirt.
- Nothing new on race day.
- Compression for recovery after long runs is your new best friend.
- It’s easier for you to find your friends than the other way around during a crowded race.
- Show off the hardware you’ve earned!
- The finish line is really only the beginning.
26.2 A running life is a happy life
