Common mistakes to avoid when training for a marathon

The last thing any runner wants to happen during a marathon is to not finish the race due to fatigue or injury, which is why training should not be taken lightly. Unfortunately, some people commit mistakes that prevent them from training correctly, resulting in unsatisfactory performances in marathons. 

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Here are some examples: 

Using an arbitrary goal time 

Oftentimes, those in marathon training fail to create a solid plan that centers on a goal time based that is realistic, reachable, and corresponding to their abilities and fitness levels. Running at a feel-good pace can prohibit the right kind of training for a marathon – one that must help the body cope optimally with the rigors of the endurance race. Pacing should also be practiced; thus, the goal time has to gradually increase over time. 

Improper nutrition intake 

Another important item in training for a marathon is establishing a right nutrition plan. Runners do not just have to determine what their diet would be while in training, but they also have to mimic their race-day nutrition strategy at least once during the training. This way, if there are issues in cramping, bonking, and even bathroom visits, they can tweak and adjust the plan accordingly. Furthermore, there must be a proportional increase in nutritional intake whenever mileage and intensity are also increased during the training. The calories-in versus the calories-out difference should be monitored diligently. 

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Business Strategy 101: Avoid these mistakes

Owning a business is a big deal. There are hundreds of considerations, and more responsibilities than one may care to admit they could handle. The bigger businesses get, the more moving parts there are, and the higher the chances of making mistakes. Here are some of the pitfalls business owners should be wary of when running their company. 

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Old tech 

Old technology can hinder the progress of a company. Not only can these dated equipment operate at a snail’s pace, they can also be obsolete. Businesses need to keep up with the times. A company with old tech will always lose to a competitor that keeps its systems updated. 

Lack of professionalism 

Sure, a personal touch goes a long way with a client, but to be overly personal is just bad business. Clients still want and need to be treated like clients, and with professionalism. There’s a good chance that the more serious clients will be turned off when they’re faced by customer service reps who are too casual. 

Lack of standards 

New business owners who are only now handling employees may want to be “friends” with them, so as to “earn respect”. This kind of mindset can cause a company to implode before anyone can do anything about it. The danger with being too close to employees is that it gets in the way of managers and owners implementing company standards. 

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Steven Rindner is a business and corporate development executive who helps organizations develop their own businesses through his extensive experience in the industry. For more about Rindner and his insights, check out this blog.