There are many reasons to run a marathon, but my marathon goal has always been about balancing training plans with life and still making it to the finish line rather than anything that has to do with a personal best race time. Even so, as I get ready to run my nonqualifying race at the Boston Marathon in a couple of weeks, there are a few things I've been doing — in addition to those all-important taper-week rules, like drinking lots of water and loading up on protein and carbs — that have helped me in races in the past. The best part? They have nothing to do with running or working out. Read on for 10 last-minute habits that will make running your marathon easier.