So you joined the Mai Dubai City Half Marathon last October and you’re here because you want to improve your performance. We believe that there are no shortcuts when it comes to improving your running performance – however, following these 7 tips will definitely help you perform better in your next half marathon race.
Before you do any training, you should have a specific goal in mind. Do you want to set a personal record or do you just want to finish the race? Having a clear goal in mind is crucial so you can adjust your training plan accordingly. To be able to set specific goals, you must be aware of your performance. What was your last half marathon pace? How fast did you finish? Analyze your performance in the previous Mai Dubai City Half Marathon so you know which areas you want to focus on.
Long runs will be your best friend if you want to improve your half marathon performance. Long runs are for building up your endurance levels and will benefit you as a runner both mentally and physically. To improve your half marathon performance, you should do long runs at a steady and slower pace to build up and maintain your endurance. We suggest going for a long run at least 2x per week. If you’re an experienced half marathon runner, you could gradually increase your weekly long run to a half marathon distance to improve your endurance level further.
How was your diet before you ran the previous Mai Dubai City Half Marathon? If you think your eating habits weren’t necessarily good last time, it’s time to reconsider your diet now. Your eating habits weeks or even months before your half marathon race has a significant effect on your half marathon performance. Make sure that you’re consuming enough protein to build stronger muscles and consume the right amount and types of carbohydrates. If you can have access to a dietician, it is best to consult a dietitian who specializes in sports performance to make sure you are getting the macro and micronutrients your body needs.
If you really want to improve your half marathon performance, we strongly recommend joining as many running events in Dubai as possible. This will help you train and improve your performance for the next Mai Dubai City Half Marathon.
If you want to prepare for the Mai Dubai City Half Marathon at DIFC on October 29th, we invite you to join the Mai Dubai City Half Marathon at Yas Island Abu Dhabi this May 7th! Register now.
Hill running is extremely beneficial for enhancing your strength, speed and endurance which will result in significant improvements on your race performances. Hill running will also help you develop your cardiovascular system and with only six weeks of regular hill training, you’ll see a significant improvement in your power and speed and perform much better in the next Mai Dubai City Half Marathon.
Burnout and lack of motivation can arise if you do the same training workouts over and over again. Mix and match your workouts by tossing in some of your favorite cross-training activities or any exercises you enjoy. You could also change your running locations and discover more running tracks around Dubai to renew your motivation. When creating or choosing a plan, remember to go with one that targets the specific distance you want to train for which is a half marathon.
Did you run alone at the Mai Dubai City Half Marathon? We suggest running with some friends next time. Running with someone during your training or during running events can help boost your confidence and make running even more fun. You can also join running groups in Dubai to help you stay motivated and be a part of a community.
Want to join a race event in Dubai this 2023? Check out the best running events in the city below:
The Ramadan Mubarak Challenge, a virtual running event that promises to be a thrilling and fun experience for all participants will be held starting on 22nd March to 21st April 2023! With 2.5k, 5k, and 10k distances to choose from, this event caters to runners of all levels and abilities. Not only will you be able to challenge yourself and improve your fitness, but you’ll also be able to participate in a unique event that celebrates the spirit of Ramadan. Register here.
Mai Dubai City Half Marathon at Yas Island Abu Dhabi
In honor of the Mai Dubai City Half Marathon’s 5th anniversary, we’re taking the action-packed race to Yas Island, and we want YOU to be a part of the excitement on May 7th, 2023. Register here.
Mai Dubai City Half Marathon DIFC
The Mai Dubai City Half Marathon is one of the most popular running events in Dubai. The 5th anniversary edition of the MDCHM will be held on the 29th of October 2023. Register now and follow us at @promosevensports on Instagram to keep up with our latest announcements.
The Mai Dubai Community Run previously called the Skechers Performance Run has 2.5 km, 5km, and 10km races available and it’s a family-friendly event which is great if you want to bring your family with you. The next race will take place on the 18th of March 2023. Register here.
No city in Dubai has a better combination of nature, love of sport and iconic infrastructure for hosting a beach run than in Palm Jumeirah. Come and explore and experience Palm West Beach in a whole new way.
The Bloomberg Square Mile Relay was held last 9th February 2023. The Bloomberg Square Mile Relay is the only corporate race in the world and anyone can enter as a team of 10 for a great team-building activity.