174. Do you need to do a “shake out run” before your race?

THE SHAKE OUT RUN Do you do a shake out run the day or two before a race? ⬇️ . The shake out run isn't something that you physically NEED to do to run a great race, but many like to do it for their mental game . WHEN ⬇️ ✅ 1-2 days before a race ✅ 1.5-3 miles for most amateur runners pre-marathon . HOW ⬇️ ✅ Aim to do it at the same time of day as your race ✅ Do it at the EASIEST end of your easy pace ✅ No need to do strides the day or two before a race. If you're used to doing them before a marathon, aim for marathon pace and no faster . ❗️ The shake out run won't make or break your race, unless you go too long or too hard. Remember you aren't gaining any fitness in the week or two before your race! . #teamrun4prs #run4prs