Already counting down to next year's BMO Vancouver Marathon. Official reg opens Monday, 10am PST @bmovanmarathon@runvancanada #bmovm #runvan
Annually on the first Sunday of May.
For race day tips, be sure to check out the RUNVAN Resource pages @runvancanada #runvan
Read up on a variety of topics or enjoy listening to interviews with the RUNVAN Rundown podcast:
runvan.org/resources
Race day should be the culmination and celebration of your training. Familiarize yourself with what to expect to ease nerves.
Here's a sample with 6 Race Day Tips:
1/ Stick to Your Plan: Follow the pacing and fuelling strategy you’ve practiced, starting conservatively and gradually increasing your pace. Trust in your prep and avoid temptation to go out too fast.
2/ Hydrate and Fuel: Stay hydrated by drinking water and consuming electrolytes throughout. Fuel with easily digestible carbohydrates to maintain energy. Take advantage of water stations, never litter.
3/ Dress for Success: Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. Wear your race outfit during training, and lay out your racing gear the night before to ensure you remember everything.
4/ Focus on Form and Breathing: Relax your stride and shoulders, keep your head up and maintain a steady rhythm. Controlled breathing can help oxygenate your muscles and keep you focused.
5/ Stay Mentally Strong: Break the distance into smaller segments and set achievable goals for each. Visualize yourself crossing the Finish Line strong. Stay motivated with positive self-talk.
“I have different phrases that I use, that I repeat," adds Olympian and multiple-time event champion Natasha Wodak during one of our Elite Panels.
"Maybe tonight you can all write down some positive affirmations that you can use when it gets tough."
"Mine is 'yes I can, this is my race.' And sometimes I actually say it out loud. It really does help. I want you to try that tomorrow when you’re really struggling, to just keep saying positive words.”
6/ Embrace the Crowd and Enjoy the Experience: Let the energy of the crowd carry you forward. Their support and cheers can help boost your morale and provide a source of motivation during the race.
Have a favourite positive affirmation? Have tips or are there other topics you'd like to hear about? Drop 'em in the comments.
Love competition.
Congrats to your 2024 champions @thejeromeclassic
100m M Joseph AMOAH (GHA) 10.31 @jp.amoah
100m W Kristina KNOTT (PHI) 11.64 @knottyourcheese
100m W Hurdles ARMSTRONG (USA) 12.83 @_aliaarmstrong
110m M Hurdles Louis ROLLINS (USA) 13.60 @lourollins
200m W Zoe SHERAR (CAN) 23.14 @zoe_sherar
400m M Dawson MANN (CAN) 49.14 @dawsonjm25
400m W Meleni RODNEY (GRN) 52.55
400m M Hurdles Eric CRAY (PHI) 49.95 @e__cray
800m M Matthew ERICKSON (CAN) 1:46.43 @mattiericksonn
800m W Hayley KITCHING (AUS) 2:01.95 @hayleykitchingg
1500m M Kieran LUMB (CAN) 3:34.53 @kieran.m.lumb
1500m W Maia RAMSDEN (NZL) 4:05.93 @maia.ramsden
3000m M Thomas FAFARD (CAN) 7:41.20 @thomas.fafard
3000m SC W Elise THORNER (GBR) 9:40.73 @elise_thorner
5000m Gabriela DEBUES-STAFFORD (CAN) 15:17.48 @gabrielastafford
High Jump M Roman ANASTASIOS (AUS) 2.21
Pole Vault W Misaki MOROTA (JPN) 4.28 @moromi1o6
Javelin W Elizabeth GLEADLE (CAN) 61.32 @javelizz
Shot Put M Rajindra CAMPBELL (JAM) 21.54 @jindra_rc68
Shot Put W Danniel THOMAS-DODD (JAM) 19.00 @its_shotputdodd_oly
Discus W Sarah MICKEY (CAN) 18.48m @sarah_mickey
Discus W (Para) Renee FOESSEL (CAN) 34.25m @raayfoe
Discus W Agnes ESSER (CAN) 59.59m @aresser
Hammer M Kenneth IKEJI (GBR) 73.55m @kennyikeji
Hammer W Stephanie Ratcliffe (AUS) 70.69m @steph.ratcliffe
📸 @morrisphoto@runvancanada #jeromeclassic
The Jerome Classic 1500m events begin today at 4:45pm with Premium events starting at 8pm at Swangard Stadium @runvancanada
Stars to watch include Kieran Lumb @kieran.m.lumb (7) and Ceili McCabe @ceilimccabe (4), the Canadian record holder in the 3000m SC @teamcanada@athleticscanada
Maia Ramsden @maia.ramsden (6) and Kimberley May @kiimberleymay (7) from New Zealand are part of the Int'l field with Klaudia Kazimierska @klaudia.kazimierska (1) of Poland, Ryoji Tatezawa @0516.ryoji (10) of Japan and Thai American Kieran Tuntivate @kierunner (12).
Ramsden is the star back-to-back NCAA 1500m champ who has ran 4:02.56, now seeking the Olympic standard 4:02.50.
World Athletics ranking points and Olympic qualifying times are on the line tonight. Be there. Overall, the Jerome Classic welcomes athletes from over 35 countries: thejeromeclassic.ca/tickets #jeromeclassic
What a turnout. A new record 23,000+ registrants. Thank you! @bmovanmarathon@runvancanada
Watch the replay and find your results online: bmovanmarathon.ca/live #bmovm #runvan
How excited are you for Vancouver's only Marathon event?! Keep posting your pics and tag us for the chance to win daily prizes from our great partners! @bmovanmarathon #bmovm #runvan
Expo runs Friday and Saturday. Switches may be done at Expo space permitting. Very limited space remains in the Kids Run. Race bibs are required for all events and to access your race photos: bmovanmarathon.ca/info#photos
A new record of 23,000+ entries. Thank you!
Under a month now until Canada's largest Marathon @bmovanmarathon #bmovm #runvan
Are you ready to set some new running and cheering PBs?! The BMO Vancouver Marathon and fast Half Marathon runs annually on the first Sunday of May 🤙🎉
Canada's top destination race has already reached sell-out capacity for Sunday, May 5, 2024. Thank you! Capacity limits are set in collaboration with City of Vancouver Stakeholders #bmovm #runvan
