SCSM 2023 is my very first full marathon and I also feel the same way when the roads were split between 21k and 42k runners because I used to run 21k a lot before my first 42k. My experience is very humbling as well especially when I crossed the finish line. I still remember that I cried after receiving the medal because I cannot believed I made it.
Super humble and honest. This was my first marathon ever and its great to see what it's like near the front :P Thanks for posting a video, you're fast af.
Congrats! As a visitor who had flown in from a much colder place (sub zero temperature to be exact) just a few days before the race, the humidity and the 4:30 am flag-off time were quite a challenge. Granted I never intended to run any PB, but even so, I had a hard time finishing the race. But I am glad I did. As painful as the experience was, it was still very good training. I just wish they would consider switching back to the 6pm start time like they did back in 2019. Then I would return in a heartbeat.
congrats on finishing! I can imagine that must've been real painful to run in this weather if you're not already used to it. I believe they moved the starting time earlier for the concern of health and safety (heat strokes and stuff) but yes I also find it quite difficult to wake up that early for a marathon
Good job! This was my first marathon. It was a great experience, a great atmosphere, and I'm still feeling it in my muscles! Looking forward to improving my time next year!
I ran my first marathon exactly a year ago in SCSM 2022, check out the video here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZjQN2ttrwLA.htmlsi=a01FKqpYvgT8o0Bg
it's mostly something you would test out in training leading up to the actual race day and it's a little different for each individual. For me I would usually take 1 gel before the race start, then take one every 25-30mins.
