Almost every week , found distance running competitions or known as the marathon , especially in big cities . This kind of competition was never quiet interested participants . Yes , this one sport is being loved .
Marathon is a sport that requires a strong immune system . How not to run a marathon distance can reach dozens to tens of kilometers . To get a strong endurance , of course you need to be diligent routine practice .
But not only require strong physical , it turns out running a marathon also requires mental readiness . By Tina Haupert fitness practitioners from the U.S. , the mental preparedness will help physically while doing a marathon.
Well, so you are mentally ready and able to run long distances , Haupert gives the following tips .1 . for the distanceIf you have to run as far as 20 miles , total distance do not think , however, divide the distance into four or three , for example, a 5 km . This will make up your mind not overly burdened with the distance that you have not passed . Running activity was better able you manage , for example, the first 5 miles at 7 minutes per one km , 5 km further on you can increase the speed again , and so on .
2 . Determine the purposeRather than just thinking about distance running that overload your mind , Hupert advised to determine the purpose of running in running your route . " For example in the route , you will pass three schools , then just think you are running to get to school . Do not just focus on distance and speed gauges you alone , " he said .
3 . Invite a friendResearch shows that exercise performed with friends will be more motivating . Especially in long-distance running , friends will distract you at a distance and make running more fun activities .
4 . Say the words of motivationAccording Hupert , motivational words will encourage you in the middle of running fatigue . Motivational words like "you're stronger than you think " , or " do not give up " or " the best results come from hard struggle " you might say in the middle of a run.
5 . Imagine you 're in a world class competitionWhen in important competitions , you would position yourself stronger than usual . Especially if you think anyone is watching and watching as you run . Well , then always think you 're in a competition that makes you not allow yourself to stop or walk in the middle of a marathon .
