NYRR Learning Series: Countdown to the ING New York City Marathon
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - 6:30-8:00 p.m.Robert Wagner Middle School
220 East 76th Street (between Second and Third Avenues)
As marathoners count down to their big race, it’s all about getting the details right: final physical and mental training, nutrition, hydration, clothing, equipment, and race-day goals and strategies. At this NYRR Learning Series event, guest speakers will share advice and information based on their area of expertise as well as their own marathon training and racing experience.
Topics will include:
• Final long runs
• Tapering
• Dealing with injuries and other challenges
• What to do (or not to do) one week out
• The importance of setting goals
• Mental preparation for race day
• Race-day strategies
Featuring:
Tish Hamilton, executive editor, Runner’s World. Tish has completed 35 marathons and several 50 milers.
Amy Palmeiro-Winters, a PowerBar Team Elite Athlete
Lauren Antonucci, MS, RD, CSSD, CDE, CDN
PowerBar and Runner’s World representatives will be on site. Attendees will have the opportunity to enter a PowerBar sweepstakes and a chance to win a $100 gift certificate to the NYRR online store. PowerBar/Runner’s World goody bags will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis!
Other samplers on site:
· Garmin™
· ING DIRECT
· The Vitamin Shoppe
General Policies
NYRR members free, non-members $5.00. No pre-registration required.
All events are 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.; bottled water 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. For further information: 212.860.4455
