Ready to Rock and Roll!

Well ladies, we are a few short days from the big show in Vegas! It has been a long and yet quick 13 weeks since we started this journey. From the first 8km 'long run' to our longest 22km run, we have had some tough runs, some breakthroughs and a lot of laughs :) This weekend will be the celebration of all that hard work and perserverence. Before we get there, I have a few final tips to help you get to the start line in the best shape possible.

 1) Stay Healthy! This week is about resting, rebuilding and allowing your body to be in the best shape possible by Sunday. This means tending to any niggling issues, fueling your body with the good stuff and resting. Sleep is your priority this week! Try to get some extra zz's to prepare for the fatigue that comes with travel.
Eat healthy- this is the week to get all the good stuff! Build up your vitamin and mineral reserves and boost that immune system- again to prepare for the travel that is coming.
Be a germaphobe. From now until we are at that start line, antibacterial wipes are your friends. Wash your hands, stay away from sick people and do your best to think healthy thoughts. The last thing you want joining you on your run is a cold/flu.
Get a massage- you earned it. This will help work out any kinks and sore spots and help you to relax.
Drink your water. Stay hydrated, we are heading to the desert! Air travel is also very dehydrating, be sure to buy a bottle once you are past security so you can drink on the plane.

2) Be prepared. I am including a list of things that are essential to pack for the trip. This list is not exhaustive, just the stuff that is non negotiable!
i) Passport
ii) Race Confirmation Sheet
iii) Running shoes
iv) Women of Strength Vegas Shirt
v) Water bottle and nutrition you plan to use in the race
vi) Comfortable walking shoes for before and after the race (comfort over fashion- at least until after the race!)
vii) Warm up clothes you can wear to the start and discard when you warm up.
viii) Your A game... haha
other things I plan to bring (you may also want to!)
swimsuit, camera, sunglasses, gloves.

3) Don't walk a marathon before the run! I know that Vegas is a great place to walk around and see the sights, but if you walk 12 hrs on Saturday you are going to pay for it Sunday! Take frequent breaks, remember to eat and drink regularly, and if you can get a short nap in.

That is all I have for you for now, I will see most of you on the flight and the rest of you Saturday.

We will meet at 7am on Saturday morning in front of Mandalay Bay Hotel to do our 3km run. You also need to pick up your package after 9am at the Hotel.

Remember to have fun, enjoy the experience and take some time to acknowledge yourself for getting there! I am honored that you chose me as your leader and coach and I am so proud of all of you for getting this far.

Can't wait to celebrate with you in Sin City :) !!