Always stretch your muscles to warm up before you run and after running. This will increase your flexibility and decrease your chances of injury. If you do pull a muscle or otherwise injure yourself on a training run, please seek the assistance of a qualified physiotherapist immediately. Your nearest physio can be found in the Yellow Pages or by calling your local running club.

Do not try to run your half marathon in brand new shoes. Run in them for at least a week before your race so that they are worn in and less likely to induce blisters or other foot injuries during the race.

You should always ensure that you are properly hydrated before you train or run your half marathon, especially in warm weather. Ensure you have enough water to drink before you run and take on more after training. During your race, take on water at each drink station, even if you feel you don't need it. By the time you realise you are dehydrated, it has already affected your running. Take on water to prevent any dehydration problems occurring.