Selecting first gear!
Imagine this: you're about to set off on a road trip from Peel, down to Colby, and all the way up to Ramsey. Would you hit the road without checking your fuel gauge? Of course not! It's a basic step, yet so often we forget the basics when it comes to ourselves. Fueling and hydration are essential, no one wants to be calling for backup on race day and our habits are formed in training. Think of your body as the vehicle for your journey. Treat it with care, and that means warming up properly, not pushing into the red zone right out of the gate and allowing the motor to rest, rest is still training too. The clock’s ticking, it’s mid-March, and there are 103 days (14 weeks) until race day. Time to get moving! For the first four weeks, we’re going to ease in with three fatigue-free walks every other day. This is all about helping your body adapt smoothly to a new routine. Fuel up with a snack (banana and oate biscuit are my fav) and an electrolyte drink around two hours bef...