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Rayana Zapryanova

VHI Women's Mini Marathon 2023: Expert gives last minute prep tips and mistakes to avoid

There are less than three weeks left until VHI Women's Mini Marathon on Saturday, June 4 - and if you are looking for some tips on what to do in the weeks and days beforehand, we've got you.

The 10km mini-marathon has a great atmosphere every year and it's a huge opportunity for fundraising as well. Whether you're out there competing and have been preparing for months, or you're running for fun and just decided to sign up on a whim, there are various things you can do to ensure you have as much fun as you can during the marathon - and make sure you cross over that finish line.

We talked to an expert about the best workout routines, nutritional tips and even outfits for the upcoming 10km road race. Emer McGlade is a personal trainer and a women's strength and conditioning coach at the Irish Strength Institute in Dublin. She gave us nine tips on how to finish the marathon.

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