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Possible
Clothing Items for the Race
Singlet
Shorts
Jog-Bra
Socks
*
Shoes *
Gloves
**
Hat **
T-Shirt (Long and Short Sleeve)
**
Sweat Shirt **
Tights
**
Warm-Ups (Jacket and Long
Pants)
* If traveling to
the race by air, pack these as "carry on" luggage. Many
runners have been left stranded in the past because
shoes and socks were packed inside luggage that was
delayed or lost by the airline.
** Optional items
to wear prior to, or during the marathon. Consider
bringing some clothing that you can discard during the
race after you warm up.
A final note:
Always bring a full range of clothing if traveling out
of town to race. Weather can oftentimes be
unpredictable...so be prepared for anything.
Other
Handy Items
Vaseline or Skin Lube
Foot Powder
Handkerchief
Shoe Laces
Small "Gym" Bag
Lock for locker
Towel
Race Confirmation (to receive
race number, if applicable)
Ibuprofin
Safety Pins
Sweat Bands
Analgesic Cremes (e.g., Ben Gay,
Myoflex, etc.)
Possible
Food Items *
Power Bars
Gel Supplements (e.g., Goo,
ReLode, etc.)
Snack Items (e.g., Bagels,
Muffins, Fruit, etc.)
Carbo-Load Sports Drinks
Bottled Water (Especially for the
airplane)
* Be sure that
you have experimented with these or any other food items
(during your training) as part of your pre-race diet
prior to the marathon.
Good
Luck! |
