Unspoken Rules: The Indy Mini

A manner-festo for running the half marathon on May 4.
66
Runners and walkers on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track.
  • Get downtown in plenty of time to find parking, situate yourself at the start, and stretch.
  • Decide on a place to reunite with family and friends. They won’t be able to meet you in the runners’ service area at the finish line.
  • Apply sunscreen.
  • Bring a wad of TP just in case the port-a-potties are out.
  • Don’t wear new running shoes.
  • Resist the urge to sprint right away.
  • Don’t waste energy zigzagging around the other runners.
  • Stop for water or Gatorade, even if you’re not thirsty.
  • About halfway through comes the lap around the IMS track. Yes, you can kiss the bricks.