The Abu Dhabi event features a superb field with eight out of the world’s top-10 male triathletes confirmed for the second edition.

Whether you’re doing the triathlon competitively or simply to test your body, here are six key running tips to remember before the start of Saturday’s event.

THE RUN

1. Aim for a steady rhythm and pace especially in the first 5 minutes while your legs adjust. You will feel strong but resist the urge to run too fast to start with

2. Ease into the run. Better to finish strong because you paced the start right

3. Remember to keep up the hydration and eat if you’ve eaten during training

4. Get your arms moving. This will help increase your leg speed

5. For the last 500m, make sure your race number is to the front, take your sunglasses off and remember the finish line photo will be your memento for life so smile!