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Preparation needed for road race season - The Orion
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Apr 15th 2009, 9:07pm
Blossoms are blooming and rain showers are looming. Springtime has come and summer is approaching fast. With sunshine comes road races, and with road races comes training. For those who are unfamiliar with road races, they're just like a track
or cross-country race, but are held on roads instead. Think of the
Boston Marathon. A typical road race involves a $15 to $20 fee and usually includes a
T-shirt, post-race snacks or various items given by the sponsors of the
race. A road race can range from a distance of 5k to the Boston Marathon's
incredible 26.2 miles. Runners, joggers and walkers alike can
participate in the event and follow along the course distance, set by
the organizers of the race. Haven't started training yet? Well, maybe it's time to start on a
running plan. Building up consistent mileage for any road race takes
motivation, persistence and dedication. Indeed, hard work is essential
but, with the right attitude and work ethic, the task can be done. To begin a running plan it's important to start slowly. The first week
or even three weeks of daily runs can be difficult, but over time
you'll be amazed at the gradual improvements in fitness. Building a running plan can....
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