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mercredi 9 août 2017

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By Mark Richardson


If you have ever competed in a half marathon, then you probably are aware that many of these road-race events are supported by tens, hundreds, or thousands of volunteers. The registration fees and sponsorship money simply are insufficient to pay all of the people who fill all of the roles filled by volunteers. But many people year after year volunteer to support their local half marathon London.

If you have never volunteered, then you may not know that the insights gained from the experience can actually help you in several ways when you later run or walk a half marathon -- no matter whether it is the same event or some other event in the same city or another city. But what are the volunteer possibilities? Here is a list of ten volunteer roles and some details behind each one:

Get Adequate Water= This could be quite a struggle to understand exactly how much you should have. The easiest way is to just sip a small amount constantly over the course of your run. A more scientific method is to determine your weight before and then again following your run. For every lb you drop, you'll want to replace with half a liter of water. Therefore if you've been out for a thirty minute run and you weigh half a pound less, it is advisable to drink at least a quarter of a liter of fluid during your next 30 minute running session.

Clean-up: Volunteers in this role collect discarded cups, food wrappers, and other items from around aid stations or elsewhere along the race course, and they may handle the emptying of trash receptacles in those or other areas. Course Marshals/Officials: These volunteers help to ensure that racers stay on the race course and that spectators stay off it. They also can help with soliciting aid to racers or others in emergency situations.

Eat Enough Fruit And Vegetables- Whenever you require more out of your body the way, consistent running will, you have to make sure that you're giving it plenty of all types of nutrients, but especially vitamins and minerals. It is simple to do this by ensuring that you are getting your minimum of 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every single day.

Even though when you think of this race you typically picture people running, that isn't always the case. Many people who participate in marathons speed walk through portions of the race whenever they get fatigued.

Post-Race Party: If you volunteer for this role, then you may be asked to fill any of several support roles for the celebration held after the race. Race Results: You assist with the entry, tallying, and reporting of race results in this role.

There you have it: ten ways to help as a volunteer for your next local half marathon in which you will not be racing! Am sure the experience will be fulfilling and something you can share with your grand kids.




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