10/15/2026
SETTLE YOUR MIND; STAY ON COURSE: We are 3 sleeps away from the Grand Rapids Marathon! You have put in the miles & executed your training plan. Now what?
Here are some PRO TIPS from PT Sports PRO to help you through the next few days😇:
- SLEEP well for the next 2 nights. Get to bed by 8p. Rest your body. Try to get 8 hours of sleep! Note that you may not sleep well on the night before you race, so rest up now!
- MOVE GENTLY limiting runs to easy shake-outs and gentle stretching.
- DRINK adequate water & electrolytes over the next few days. Reduce alcohol intake as it affects sleep & recovery.
- PACK YOUR GEAR or at least start setting it out. I keep a packing list on my phone that includes race day drinks, bottles, electrolytes & nutrition. Also include anti chafing products & sunscreen, Put out your race gear, warm ups and post race dry clothes, cap/beanie, buff, socks jacket, gloves, shoes & RACE BIB!
- CLEAR YOUR MIND of negative thoughts! Focus on what you can do vs on what you cannot do. If dealing with an injury, adjust expectations accordingly.
And if you need any last minute game planning, PTSportsPRO will be at the expo and will be ready to TREAT YOU LIKE A PRO🩷🩷🩷.