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What to Pack for Ragnar Relay Race

Tip #3 Stretch, Stretch, Stretch

The pace of the race follows this pattern: Run a few miles and immediately jump in the van to head to the next transition. Ask your team for five minutes before hopping in the van to stretch. Once you make it to the next transition, get outside and roll out your muscles.

Sitting in a van for long periods of time will create stiffness. Add in 4, 7 or 13 miles of running, and you're bound to hurt yourself. So stretch and foam roll to prevent injuries.

More: 10 Self-Myofascial Release Exercises

Tip #4 Have Fun

From the very beginning, Ragnar Relay is a fun event. Decorate your van as crazy as you'd like; strive to win the best van contest!

More: Racing to the Altar: Ragnar Wedding

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Fara Rosenzweig

Fara Rosenzweig is the Lifestyle Editor for Active.com. She is a fitness fanatic, yogi and runner who loves to try new activities. Follow Fara on Google+ or twitter @FJRose.
Fara Rosenzweig is the Lifestyle Editor for Active.com. She is a fitness fanatic, yogi and runner who loves to try new activities. Follow Fara on Google+ or twitter @FJRose.

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