I'm about to be in my first race, im running the 55 and the 200. I'm pretty nervous about it because I know the kids in the race are faster than me. I'm really just looking for any tips you guys have for me to help me win my race and deal with the nerves.
1) You are supposed to be nervous. That shows you are a competitor and care about the result. The day I don't get nervous is the day I quit competing. Just embrace the nervousness or think of it as being excited.
2) Accept the fact you will lose a lot of races. You are trying to run as fast as you can. Focus on what you can control -ie running as fast as you can.
3) Relaxation is the key to running fast. Don't "try harder" to run faster. You'll just tighten up. Try and relax.
Good luck.
New_runner3232 wrote:
I'm about to be in my first race, im running the 55 and the 200. I'm pretty nervous about it because I know the kids in the race are faster than me. I'm really just looking for any tips you guys have for me to help me win my race and deal with the nerves.
Don't worry if you lose, there will be many losses along with however many wins. But dont be afraid to win. Be confident if you have the chance to take the lead, and just give it everything you have. It's remarkably simple despite how difficult it feels.
Being bad at something is the first step at being kinda good at it. Everyone loses at some point and most certainly everyone is nervous. Just have fun.
It is normal to be nervous at the start of a race. Trust your training, think back at all the hard work you put in, talk to your friends and you should be good to go. Good luck!
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