Road march stamina
published:
Monday | March 24, 2008
Get the most out of the activity by following the simple steps outlined below. - Winston Sill/Freelance Photographer
For many Jamaicans, carnival is their favourite time of the year. Some prepare by going to socarobics every Friday night to get in shape. Others hit the gym to shed those extra pounds or make the lungs stronger. But whatever you did or didn't do for road march, here are a few tips to make sure you are able to jump up and get on bad all day long.
One
Keep hydrated: Make sure you have bottled water at hand to rehydrate as you sweat away.
Two
Dress in cool clothing. Whether you're participating in the march or just a spectator, cool comfortable clothing is a must.
Three
Hats, caps, visors and sunglasses are mandatory.
Four
Comfortable sandals or sneakers should be your feet's best friend for the day.
Five
A good meal. Before the start, make sure you've had a well-balanced meal not just something that you grabbed quickly.
Six
Energy drink. Keeping energised is definitely necessary to get the best out of the activity. Energy drinks such as Gatorade and vitamin waterare highly recommended.
Seven
Sunblock. You are not the only one who will be out to party, so will the sun, so protect your skin.
Eight
Do not allow any of the other drunk, tipsy, high or overexuberant revellers to engage in illicit sexual acts with you on the road, it's bad for your health.
Nine
Take refuge in any shade possible. Prolonged exposure to the sun is dangerous.
