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WHAT TO WEAR & BRING TO HuR CAMPS/PROGRAMS
  • comfortable athletic clothing (we recommend quick-dry/wicking shorts, shirt, and socks)
  • running shoes (the most important thing other than good socks)
  • water bottle
  • light rain jacket (optional, weather dependent)
  • sunscreen
  • bug spray (be sure to check for ticks after running on the woods/trails)
  • post-workout snack

EATING & HYDRATING FOR HuR CAMPS / PROGRAMS
  • Don’t overeat! A light meal 60-90 minutes before you plan to run is best for most people.
  • Consume easily digestible foods. Some good examples include:
    • Bananas
    • Bagel without cream cheese
    • 1-2 pieces of toast with peanut butter or jam (don’t overdo it)
    • Oatmeal with a small amount of fruit
    • 1-2 pancakes with a little syrup (careful on the butter)
  • Foods to avoid before running:
    • Dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.)
    • Meat and other heavy protein foods
    • Soda and other high sugar foods (pop tarts, candy, sugar cereal, etc.)
  • Be sure to hydrate with water and sports drinks (Gatorade). Remember, hydration is an all the time thing...not just gulping down a few glasses of water on the car ride to camp!

HELPFUL LINKS
Nutrition / Safety
  • Nutrition Tips for New Runners
  • How to Hydrate Before/During/After a Workout
  • Kids Health Running Safety Tips (great overview on how to run the safe way)

Training
  • Cross Country Running Tips (7 solid text/video tips to help with XC running)
  • How to Get Kids Into Running (this Runner’s World article is mostly for you parents)

Dynamics / Flexibility/ Core Exercises
  • 6 Core Exercises To Make You A Stronger, Faster Runners
  • Should I Stretch Before or After My Run? (simple active warm up exercises)

Local Race Information
  • HI-TEK Racing (great place for all things CT Road Running/Racing)
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