25/04/2026
London Marathon weekend is HERE! 🇬🇧🏃♂️🏃♀️
The long runs are logged, the miles are in the bank, and the hard work is officially DONE. You are ready to take on the streets of London!
We know the final 24 hours before race day can be a rollercoaster of excitement, adrenaline, and nerves.
To help you stay calm, collected, and ready to fly, here are our 10 essential tips to navigate your final 24 hours:
Stick to the Script: Don’t try anything new now! Replicate the routine you used for your best long runs.
Shake it out: Shake off the taper-nerves with a very short 20-minute jog or a few light strides.
Manage Your Inner Beast: It’s okay to be antisocial. Take time for your own thoughts and guard your race-day adrenaline.
Horizontal Gains: Be a professional couch potato. Stay off your feet—sightseeing can wait until after the medal.
Banish the Gremlins: Trust your training. Don’t compare yourself to others; focus on the work you have in the bank.
Load Up: Keep topping up your energy with small, frequent snacks throughout the day rather than one giant, bloated meal.
Don’t Stress the Zzz’s: If you can’t sleep, don’t panic. Just stay horizontal and rest your legs—the rest is still a win.
Be a Cow on Race Morning: Don’t cram breakfast. Eat slowly and graze for 20–30 minutes before heading to the start line.
Sip, Don’t Gulp: Aim for 2–3 litres of fluid throughout the day. Constant sipping beats last-minute chugging every time.
Channel Your Inner Clint Eastwood: Find your mental “bubble,” shield yourself from other runners’ nerves, and ride confidently toward that finish line. You’re ready!
