Relays are a big fad in running. In fact, running Ragnar was how both Debbie and I got started running! Before training for one, I ran to burn calories from time to time but didn't love it! But then Ragnar Wasatch Back was presented to me and who wouldn’t want to
come and have an overnight party with 6-12 of their favorite friends? It is a
big, old party but remember there is still running involved! Here are a few tips on how to make the
experience the most enjoyable.
First, let’s touch on training really quick. The best way to
prepare for Ragnar or another relay race is run. Study your profiles and find similar paths to that.
You can also try training in the heat of the day. Maybe even mix some two a
days in!
Here is your 24 hour Relay Survival Kit:
1.
The
smell! 24 hours+no shower+running…we will let you think about what that
means. You have to come to terms to
embrace the smell but to help bring baby wipes, gum, an extra pair of clothes
and DEODERANT!
2.
No sleep.
Really don’t expect to get any more than 2-4 hours of sleep. Bring a coke,
Rockstar, something that will help give you a little zap so you are not cranky.
And love the fact that you get to run on no sleep! J Have some good music that you
can enjoy while running and driving to help get you energized.
3.
Clothes.
Don’t over pack. The extra bags and items will get annoying after a while of
being crammed in a car with extra luggage all around. Bring an extra outfit,
some sweatpants, visor, sunglasses and basically the bare necessities.
4.
Random
Items. Bug spray, sunscreen, Sports Legs, Salt Pills, Body Glide, Foam
Roller or Stick, Gu, Chomps, Hand Sanitizer (24 hours of port-a-potties…you
WANT this!)
5.
Food
Suggestions. After 24 hours of
running, sitting, running, sitting, running…your appetite gets a little off.
Here are some things that may work for you: Cold Pizza, Fritos (salt), Bananas,
Pretzels, Bagels, Baked Cheddar Cheese Chips, Recovery Drinks, Gatorade,
Almonds, Watermelon and be sure to have plenty of WATER!!!
6. Team Unity. Have team shirts made. When teammates are
coming into the exchange, get out of the car and cheer them on. Decorate your
cars with team spirit with decorations or window markers. Have a team mascot…that
is always a favorite with our team. One fun thing to do would be to wear
twinner socks…www.proudrunner.com is an awesome place to find them!
7. Have FUN!!!!
Ragnar Pack List
Pack everything in a smaller duffle/gym
bag. The smaller, the better. And no suitcases allowed!
·
Sleeping Bag
·
Pillow & Blanket
·
Headlamp, Safety Vest, Taillight
·
Visor/Bandana
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Sunglasses
·
IPod
·
Running Watch
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Race Belt (if you have one)
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Chargers for phones, electronics, etc.
·
Cash
·
Stick or Foam Roller
·
Socks
·
Shoes
·
Ragnar Shirt
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Comfy outfit
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Flip Flops
·
Running Attire
·
Change of Running Attire…you will stink if you
only have one
·
Warm Running clothes if running at night. It
gets freaking chilly!!!
·
Deodorant (PLEASE…don’t forget this)
·
Febreeze
·
Wipes
·
Sunscreen
·
Chapstick
·
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
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If showering…anything else you may need.
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Sports Legs
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Salt Pills
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Body Glide or Anti-chaff something
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NipGaurds for the boys. And girls if you want.
·
Band-aids
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Water Bottle (nice to have so the others can
bring it to you while running)
·
CowBells
·
Ibuprofen
·
Gu, Gels, Chomps, Powerbars, etc. Nutrition
while you are running
·
Any Medications
·
Food
Here are some suggestions:
Fritos, Baked lays (love the Cheddar
kind), Gatorade, Water, Recovery/Protein Drinks, Energy crap…whatever you
like…you will need it, Swedish Fish, Candy, Crackers, Bagels, Pretzels, Almonds
or Nuts, Granola or Granola Bars, Coke, Fruit.
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