People who run or walk marathons or half marathons know that completing one is at least as much mental as it is physical.
You can train physically for months for a race, but what you say to yourself on race day will have the final "say" in your performance.
So here are fifty positive affirmations to consider saying to yourself as a marathoner or half marathoner on race day:

1. I can do this.
   
2. I already feel the joy of finishing.
   
3. My training serves me well.
   
4. I am meant to do this.
   
5. This is easier than people think.
   
6. My legs move effortlessly beneath me.
   
7. My shoulders are relaxed.
   
8. My hands are relaxed.
   
9. My quads are strong.
   
10. My heart is strong.
    
11. My head is strong.
    
12. I wear the right shirt.
    
13. I wear the best shorts.
    (Or: I wear the best tights.
    )
14. My hydration belt has exactly the fluids that I need.
    
15. My hydration belt has exactly the food that I need.
    
16. The path ahead of me is clear.
    
17. I glide effortlessly through the curves.
    
18. I take every turn in stride.
    
19. I love to run.
    (Or: I love to walk.
    Or: I love to run and walk.
    )
20. A marathon is a very natural distance.
    (Or: A half marathon is a very natural distance.
    )
21. The spectators make me smile.
    
22. My fellow racers make me smile.
    
23. I draw energy from the racers around me.
    
24. I feel love for everyone in the race.
    
25. I am grateful for this day.
    
26. I am grateful for my preparation.
    
27. I am grateful for this opportunity to express myself.
    
28. I express myself through my running.
    (Or: I express myself through my walking.
    Or: I express myself through my running and walking.
    )
29. My shoes are perfect for my gait.
    
30. My shoes are laced just right today.
    
31. My sunscreen protects my skin.
    
32. My sunglasses protect my eyes.
    
33. I can see the entire race before me.
    
34. Racing for my charity makes perfect sense.
    
35. The finisher medal is already mine.
    
36. My cap protects my face.
    
37. I eat exactly what I need when I need it.
    
38. I drink exactly what I need when I need it.
    
39. I always shed extra clothing at exactly the right point in the race.
    
40. The other racers always give me enough space.
    
41. I enjoy being with the other racers and making new acquaintances and friends.
    
42. My family and friends support me.
    
43. The love of my life is my biggest fan.
    
44. This race is meant to be enjoyed.
    
45. My pace is perfect throughout the race.
    
46. My race photos show my joy.
    
47. Each climb is an adventure.
    
48. Each descent is a rush.
    
49. I fly on flats.
    
50. I love this race!

No matter whether it is these or your own, use affirmations on race day.
You will see - and feel - a difference!