Queensland steeplechaser and Griffith University biomedical science student, Gabriella Dalton, has some sporty words of wisdom for participants ahead of next month’s Griffith Sport Logan Fun Run.
“Don’t get tricked into sprinting at the start, but pace yourself,” Gabriella says. “Don’t follow those people who sprint at the start unless you’re one of them.”
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Gabriella, an Australian steeplechase specialist at underage level, also encourages runners in the 10km, 5km and 1km dash to eat well the day before – a pasta dinner is advisable – and on the morning of the run.
“Make sure you get a good night’s sleep and eat a light breakfast at least an hour before the start. Even a banana will do.”
Gabriella (17) also stresses the importance of a proper stretching session in anticipation of some cooler temperatures early on a mid-June morning.
She has also encouraged Griffith students to group together