MD Podiatrist Discusses Preparing for a Marathon

According to Daniel Michaels, DPM, “The most important thing in preparing for a half or full marathon is to evaluate the weather conditions, especially if it is hot and humid. It is a necessity to be well hydrated going to the starting line, as it is too late when you get thirsty. Then dehydration is likely to set in and it can be a dangerous enemy.”
 
 
“The mental aspects of racing are especially important. Runners need to develop mental toughness to succeed in competition. Each runner who has ever stepped on a starting line feels the anxiety and experiences the emotions of competition,” says Dr. Michaels.