12.) Adore the marketing side from the sport. Work it just as hard perhaps more as the driving side. Good marketing attracts support and funding. The more funding the more racing. The more funding - the happier everyone is - especially you!
Buy boots designed particularly that particular sport. Footwear are for the purpose of side to side motion while running footwear have extra cushioning for shock digestion. One does not match the requirement from the other. Be aware for the arch of one's foot and select high, medium or low arched shoes to fit your feet.
Much in this particular summer is quite haphazard in training for me
