London Marathon dos and don'ts

Preparing to complete one of the world's most iconic races can make you anxious but these 26.2 tips should help as the big day approaches.

Pic: Mark Emery CC0

So the big day is getting close and you've got to get through the dreaded taper before you can emulate the runner above. Believing in yourself and your training should take you a long way but if you want a few more pointers, check out the below pictures and tips produced for Runners' Mentor's social channels.

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"The London Marathon is a fantastic event, an amazing experience and your race should be a celebration of all your hard work. There's no pass or fail here, so soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the day. HAVE FUN!"