8 Essential Race Day Tips For First Time Runners

Hooray! Now that you have decided to run a race, I bet you have lots of questions on your mind like what you should be doing on the big day as well as how you should dress up for the event. Well, turn your panic button into OFF as you really don’t have to be in fear especially if you are joining a fun run or a run for a cause. And, it’s your first time, so it’s better to just enjoy the race.

Even though that is the case, you still need to come prepared for the event. And, here are some helpful information that may guide you on first race.

 

1. Eat your breakfast. We all know that breakfast is one of the most important meal of the day, so never forget to prepare a healthy breakfast for yourself. Moreover, it is best to eat at least one hour before the race and try to avoid fatty foods as the may cause stomach problems.
2. Come early. Coming on time is not an option. So, plan to be at the event at least an hour before the gun start. This is to give you ample time to prepare. Remember that you may need to register, change into your running attire and familiarize yourself on the place. Moreover, you will need to do some stretching to prepare your body.
3. Wear appropriate clothing. Your fashion sense shouldn’t kick in so much for a race. Remember that you are there to smell bad and to perspire. So, forget those make-ups and other cosmetics. Moreover, don’t mind too much if you look best on the camera or not. Well, who would be after running a few miles? So, it is enough for you to have comfortable clothing for the race and some extra clothes as your change clothes after the race. Nevertheless, bear in mind to avoid cotton clothes during the race as they will not be your best buddy.
4. Wear necessary accessories. Bibs are typically worn during the race as the number is reflects your identity. So, never fail to pin it. And, remember that the bib is placed on the front and not on the back of the shirt. Moreover, never forget to lace your timing chip. It will be the basis on how fast you finish the race. Lastly, leave unnecessary accessories behind like earring, rings and alike since those may cause injuries and troubles as you run.
5. Hydrate yourself. In most races, there are water stops along the route. So, better utilize them to keep you hydrated. Moreover, remember not to choose the first table on the water stop as that table used to be congested from people who want to drink as well. So, find a spot wherein you can easily grab the cup and run immediately.
6. Line accordingly. Never line up in front of the starting line as fast runners usually pick that spot. You might got intimidated by them or you might annoy them. So, choose a spot somewhere in the middle so that you can easily adjust your facing and you will not be scared by those who run like a horse.
7. Intend to finish. Since this is your first time to run, finishing the race is already a big achievement. So, don’t put too much pressure on yourself if you don’t win any prices. The fact that you have finished, it’s enough reason to celebrate.
8. Leave your brand new shoes. This is not the best time to flaunt your new shoes as you shouldn’t be wearing them. New shoes that are worn during the race is the common cause of injuries as your feet is not your comfortable with it. So, save that shoes for your nest run.

7 Tips For First Time Runners

It is normal for anyone who is new at running to ask a lot of questions even though running is one of the most basic sports that can be done. Well, there is really nothing unusual with the sports. So, to give you some peace of mind and to help you relax especially if this will be your first race, here are a few tips that you can follow.

1. Drink lots of water. Water is very important to keep the body dehydrated and it is important to do so even before running a race so that you will not tire easily. So, maintain a steady flow of water into the body a day before the race. A good indicator that you are well hydrated is by checking your urine color. If it is not yellow, then you are doing great.
2. Eat normally. Avoid trying out ambiguous diet a day before your run since it may create stomach discomfort on the day of the race. Moreover, don’t overdo your dinner. Just eat normally. However, it is best if at least 65% of your calorie intake will come from carbohydrate rich foods.
3. Relax. Never think of running a day before your race. It is time to loosen up for the upcoming race and not to wear your body. The reason is that you might have injuries on the following day or your body might be too sore for you to run. So, just relax. A good warm bath will help you do so.
4. Pack your things early. It is best if you could pack your things a day or two before the big day. Check if all your things are complete such as the bibs, some safety pins, shoes, socks, timing chip etc. By doing so, you can avoid pressure and missing out essential things for the race.
5. Prepare your breakfast. Running with an empty stomach may tire you easily. However, running with a full stomach is not good too. For that reason, prepare a breakfast that is healthy and packed with all the energy you will be needing for the race but it is light for the tummy. Moreover, you can get up early so that your stomach will have enough time to digest the foods.
6. Set your alarm clock. Most races are done early in the morning when the sun is not too high. So, never forget to set your alarm most especially if you will be coming from a far place. Plan the time you will need to get up because you have to consider your travel time as well as registration time. So, put some allowance to consider unexpected events like traffic.
7. Have a good night sleep. Yes, you maybe nervous since it is your first race, But, that shouldn’t be a reason for not having a proper rest. So, as much as possible, go to bed early as you will be needing most of your energy the following day.

Take A Plunge Into Running!

Ready… Set… GO!

Marathon is one of the most trending topics nowadays. Almost every week, there are marathon events that are being hosted by different groups, companies, and organization. Aside from that, running is being advertised heavily these days by different shoe manufacturers as well as by different gadget makers like iPod. For that reason, a lot of people are getting hooked with this sports.

Well, who wouldn’t be? Running is one of the cheapest sports in town. All you need is a good pair of rubber shoes and you can start running. The best thing in running is that you can do the sports even though you are alone or you are with your friends or family. Moreover, running can be performed almost anywhere like in the park, in the gym, in the sports center or even in your village. So, there is less external reasons why anyone can’t run.

Aside from that, running is one of the easiest sports to do. You actually don’t need to be too intelligent or to be strong in order to perform this sports since all you really need to do is to run. However, it is also important to be knowledgeable on the different ways on how to avoid injuries and other problems. So, reading some stuff about running will be a great deal of help. Moreover, training is also needed before entering in any race so that your body is in a good condition as you run.

Given the fact that running is not that difficult as compared to other sports, it is time to indulge into this sport too. There is really no harm done in trying. If you are having second thoughts, ask a friend to accompany you. It is one of the easiest approach in order to start running. What is more? Running is also one of the best ways to lose tremendous pounds off your body.

Therefore, if you want to be fit and healthy, if you want to lose weight, then take a plunge into this sport while it is hot!

Your Complete Diet Guide For The Halloween

 

It is Halloween in just a few days and it only means two things. First, there would definitely be lots of candies, cookies, and chocolates that could ruin anyone’s diet. The other thing is that Halloween is the start of the holiday quarter of the year. It means that lots of good and delicious but unhealthy foods are on their way to your tummy.

For those who are on a diet, all those events spell disaster! The foods, especially the sweets, can definitely ruin one’s weight loss program if you will not be wise. For that reason, it is very important to be creative on those times of the year in order to maintain a fit and healthy body.

I bet you are eager to know what can be done to avoid such a disaster. Well, here are some guidelines that you can perform in order to enjoy Halloween and the whole holiday season.

Before The Halloween

It is best if you can double your exercise time. Remember that lots of foods are on its way to invade your tummy. For that reason, have more time on the gym or allot some time jogging and running. By being active, you can increase your metabolism rate, then your body will not have too much difficulties in burning the calories you are about to put into your body.

Then, you should eat healthy foods too. It’s not yet Halloween remember, so don’t put the remaining time into waste by eating unhealthy foods. Moreover, it is also a good thing to prepare healthier threats for your young and adults visitors. Keep in mind to have treats that they could enjoy such as oatmeal cookies and dark chocolates.

On The Halloween

On the day of the Halloween itself, please don’t be tempted too much by the treats you have. It should be for the kids and your visitors so don’t eat too much. A good trick is to drink lots of water with a slice of lemon. That can help to lessen your craving on sweets and for you to be full easily.

After Halloween

It’s time to burn those excess calories that you have gathered. So, rise early! Have a few laps to burn those calories that you have been munching the previous days. Remember that the longer those calories stay on your body, the more difficult it is to eliminate them. So, act early.

Then, don’t dwell too much on the excess candies and chocolates in your house. Don’t let the temptation to stay in your house. So throw them away! Of course not on the trash bag since you can give them to your officemates or to other kids on the neighbor hood.  Then, return to eating right. That can help you to be fit and healthy for the upcoming days.

Top Three Guides To Look Perfect On Your Wedding Day

If your boyfriend has already proposed to you, then you are probably hearing wedding bells that are ringing. The problem is, are you ready for it? Indeed, you maybe emotionally and financially ready, but are you physically ready? What am I talking about?

Admit it! Every single bride in this world wants to look stunningly beautiful on that special moment of her life. Some women even says that they gonna walk down the aisle once only, so, they want to look perfect on that day. And, I bet so do you!

Make-ups, gowns and accessories are just some of the things that you will need in order to attain the look you want to have on your special day. However, like every other woman, you also want to be slim in order fit on that gown that you have been dreaming of for a long time already. So what are going to do?

First of all, don’t panic! There are so many things that you can do especially if you still have a year or even six months to prepare. The below top three guide will be of much help for you to prepare of that day!

1. Eat right – You will have to alter your eating habits for that special day by eating the right kinds of foods. Avoid fatty foods as well as those foods that are high in calories. Those foods are typically with high sugar content. For that reason, you may need to cut down your chocolate intakes. Those will do you no good. So, try eating healthier alternatives such as yogurt or fruits. Remember, you need to eat the right foods and not to starve yourself since when you’re hungry, your metabolism will slow down that may lead to gain weight instead.
2. Exercise – You really need to squeeze your hectic schedule and include exercises in your daily routine. At least in a day, try to perform any exercise for at least 30-minutes. That is really a good way to burn the calories that you are putting in your body. Moreover, exercise is a good way to lose some pounds. So, start by jogging or even running. You can also engage into sports such as badminton. But remember, to attain a good shape, cardio exercises are not enough. You will need some strength and resistance training to develop firm muscles and to put shape in your body.
3. Avoid pressure – You should never ever let pressure to hit on your mind. Certainly, you will be pressured by your friends, your family, your relatives, your wedding coordinator or even your soon to be hubby. However, don’t let them to piss you off as they may just add wrinkles on your face. Instead, take the matter calmly. Bear in mind that people can make more effective decisions when they are calm. So, just be cool about the event. Moreover, a good thing in order to avoid pressure is to have a planner for your wedding day. Schedule everything even your workout plans as well as your meal plans. Regularly check that planner. Stick to it and you will be on your way to have a wonderful wedding that you are dreaming of.

The Proper Approach In Dealing With Weight Loss

 
Now that you have decided to lose pounds away, then what is next? Most people will easily resort into fad diets while others will just follow the lead of going and enrolling into the gyms. Is that what you are going to do too? Then think twice as most people who didn't make a plan on how they can lose weight fail. This is because their being impulsive has clouded their better judgments.

So, the best thing to do is to analyze first the situation. Check yourself first. Look on how much pounds you need to lose in order to be on the ideal weight bracket. From that information, you can devise a plan on how to deal with your problem. Moreover, you can plot series of activities for you to follow to attain success.
Moreover, it is also best to ask yourself, some basic questions like "Do I really need to go to the gym?" "What program is best for me?" "How much time do I have to allot for the gym?" "Do I have enough money to cover for the expenses?" Answering those questions will be helpful for you in deciding whether to go to the gym or not.

Aside from that, it is recommended to consult your doctor about your plans on going to the gym. Request for thorough physical exam first since the results of the physical exam will show more about your health. Then, ask your doctor for recommendations if you are fit enough to undergo the rigorous gym routines and exercises.

On the other hand, as has been said before, you shouldn't rely on fad diets. Though for some people, fad diets have been successful. But that doesn't mean that it will be successful to you. In addition to that, fad diets are only good for short period. When you consider the future, you will realize that fad diets will not do any good to you. So, in order to avoid being regretful in the future, the best thing to do is to consult a nutritionist or a dietician.

Those people know what they are doing. Moreover, their expertise on proper diet can lead to your success in your battle to remove those excess pounds that you have. With them, you will learn the right foods to eat as well as the foods that you should be avoiding. In addition, they can help you in planning the foods that you will be eating for a week or two. They can also help you in choosing the foods that are best when you want to engage yourself in exercises. In short, nutritionists and dieticians can help you to design your meal plan in order for you to have sufficient energy without gaining weight.

As a conclusion, weight loss cannot happen over night or in just a week or two. In order to be successful, you need a lot of preparations. Moreover, you need to maintain that healthy lifestyle for you to be fit and healthy for the rest of your lives.

8 Easy Tips To Lose Weight At The Office

A lot of office workers are complaining that they are having difficulties in losing weight while they are the office. Well, who wouldn’t be if all you are going to do is to talk on the phone, type reports and communicate through emails?  Doing all such activities coupled with snacking some brownies and drinking a latter will really add some pounds to you.

So, what can be done to remove those excess baggages on the belly? Fortunately, there are scores of things that can be made in order to burn calories and eventually lose weight while in the office. Here are some tips that you can follow that may lead to your success.

1. Personally talk to a person. Instead of using the phone to ask questions to your colleagues, then it is advisable to personally talk to him. Go to his cubicle and have a professional conversation about work. By doing so, you are burning calories as you walk towards his cubicles. This technique will be more effective if the one you are talking to is located at the far end of the office.
2. Stand up from time to time. Don’t let your butt to be glued on the chair. So, have a break from making reports and stand up. Stand up for several minutes as that will also burn calories. Moreover, if you are going to answer the phone, you can also stand up.
3. Use your break time wisely. Instead of using your break time to browse the net, use it wisely by walking. Visit your friends or your lunch buddies. Start a conversation with them. There is nothing wrong with that. It is break time isn’t it?
4. Avoid stacking unhealthy snacks on your drawer. If there is really nothing in there, there is none to eat. So, better put away your snacks to avoid eating in between meals. But during snack times, choose fruits instead of junk foods. Apples are one of the best snack selections that you can have.
5. Drink water. Instead of drinking sodas, opt for water. Water is healthy and it provides many benefits to your health and body. Moreover, water is helpful in weight loss.
6. Use the stairs. This is really a good cardio and strength training, Moreover, using the stairs can burn more calories as compared to just walking. So, if you are just located on the fourth floor or fifth floor of the building, just use the stairs.
7. Exercise. There are a lot of simple office exercises that can be done discretely while inside the office. You can do leg raise without people noticing you are doing that. Moreover, there plenty other exercises that you can do.
8. Drink green tea. Green tea has been used even during the ancient times as a healthy drink. In addition to that, it has substances that are helpful for weight loss. So, drink a cup of green tea per day as it also contains antioxidants that can reduce the risks of certain cancers.

The above mentioned things are just a few of the many things that you can do to lose weight while at the office. Practicing those tips on a daily manner will really be of help in order to be successful in losing weight.