1) Do not reach back until you are inside the exchange zone.
2) Do not run with a green baton unless you are from Jamaica.
3) When handing off, keep a close eye on the out reached hand of the person receiving the baton.
4) If your exchange is messed up, both runners involved will be permanently banned from relays.
5) Realize that just because you are fast does not mean you are smart.
6) Know that the more you practice, the luckier you get.
7) If you mess up you should be disappointed.