Last tips for the 43. BMW BERLIN-MARATHON on September 25, 2016 – Medical tips – RUNNING GERMANY: BERLIN

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Experience shows that the last few days before the marathon are often marked by pre-race fever and a certain level of excitement—all completely normal and conducive for such a big running experience on Sunday.

Give your legs a break (especially on Saturday) and tour Berlin by bus rather than by foot.

One good tip for everyone: If you are arriving by plane, put your running shoes and gear for the marathon in your carry-on luggage to ensure you have it here for the race if the airline loses your luggage!

We wish you all trouble-free travels and a comfortable stay in the capital.

Welcome to Berlin!

Please, check: All important info

The BERLIN VITAL Sport and Health Expo begins on Thursday, September 22, in STATION Berlin. You must pick up your race kit there by Saturday. Please come by on Thursday or Friday if at all possible, as Saturdays are usually very full and you can expect long lines, especially between 10 am and 2 pm.

– Race kits must be picked up in person (no group pick-up or power of attorney)
– You must have your confirmation of registration and a photo ID (government-issued ID, passport, or driver’s license)
– Your will receive a soft wristband when you pick up your race kit. You must wear the wristband on the day of the event to get into the start area. Please do not remove it until after you have exited the finish area after the race. The durable, soft material also makes for a nice memento of the 2016 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.
– You will receive a clear bag with the race kit, which you should use for any personal items you wish to take into to the pre-start area on Sunday. This will speed up the check-in process (bag control). No backpacks, suitcases or luggage are permitted.
– The start/finish area is widely fenced off. Please check the map for the best path to the start

All important info can be found here.

Medical tips and important todo's for participants

Providing good medical support at the 43^rd BMW BERLIN MARATHON is one of the most important tasks for a perfectly organised event. The standard of the medical care provided at the BMW BERLIN MARATHON is on the highest international level. In order to maintain this standard, every year about 700 emergency personnel are on duty.

They provide a tight network of stationary first aid posts and mobile emergency crews. “With comprehensive quality management and the constant analysis of accident-prone areas, weather conditions, and points of heightened need, we can provide the best allocation of our medics and doctors,” says Medical Director Dr. Lars Brechtel.

In order to prevent the doctors and medics from having to spend too much time taking care of minor injuries and ailments, such as blister, the BMW BERLIN MARATHON Medical Team places great emphasis on information and prevention.

“A few incidents could be avoided if participants knew more about their bodies and would take early warnings more seriously,” Brechtel explains. For some runners and skaters, that could mean giving up starting for the sake of their health.

“Runners sometimes think that they are healthy because they run. That is a dangerous illusion that can have dire consequences. What starts with a cold or infection can lead to serious cardiovascular diseases,” the Medical Director continues.

Many too many participants do not yet understand the purpose of health and sport check-ups, which in some countries like France and Italy are required to participate. We will continue working towards making such check-ups a matter of course habit that they understand are good for them, according to the Medical Director of the BMW BERLIN MARATHON. For more information about the suggestions by the Medical team for each age group, visit https://www.medical-institute-berlin.de/gesundheit-sportmedizin/check-up/

And here are some more tips for participants to help avoid health incidents:

It is taboo to take any painkillers within 48 hours of the start and at least 8 hours after the BMW BERLIN MARATHON, as Diclofenac, Iboprofen etc. can limit the functioning of the kidneys during the race, leading up to complete kidney failure or severe cardiovascular problems.

It is suggested to NOT wear new shoes—competition shoes should be worn in for two months.

Smile for the camera

MarathonFoto is your official photographer! The pictures will be taken throughout the course from start to finish and will be available on www.marathonfoto.com shortly after the event. Make sure your bib number is visible and prepare you best smile!

Visit them at the expo to find out more about the pre-event special offers and to view this year's photo-products.

Source: BMW BERLIN-MARATHON