Yes, this is something your mother would say, but you won’t believe how easy it is to forget something essential to running a successful race.
For example, we’ve been late to many a race after searching for missing shorts.
Additionally, if the race is taking place in the cold, consider what you will need to be comfortable.
Also, consider how you will remove pieces of clothing to remain comfortable if you start to get too warm.
These things seem like common sense but are easy to skip over in the excitement and nervousness of race prep.
Since you will likely have your “go-to racing outfit” you should set that out the night before. This way you can wake up and slide right into your favorite gear.
Plus, be sure to launder all clothing, as dried sweat can cause chafing.
Finally, for ‘just in case’ items you might want to wear (articles that will depend on a last minute decision)…still bring them… no matter what.
For instance, consider going through the clothes you might wear in the rain, fog, extreme sun, or in dark environments, and pack a bag of these items.
In fact, so you don’t forget it on race day, consider placing this bag in your car the night before.
Additionally, if you have a GPS watch for trail running, make sure it is charged for race day.
Plus, it goes without saying, pack your running pack and drop bags in advance and fill hydration bladders and bottles.
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