If you are a runner, you have probably experienced DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) — muscle soreness that typically appears around 24-72 hours after a hard run, intense training session, or trying a new training plan.
DOMS usually goes away after a few days. But there is another kind of “pain” that runners may regret for much longer: hesitating to register and missing the Standard registration phase.
DOMS May Go Away, but the Standard Price Will Not Come Back
After long runs, intense workouts, or changes in training intensity, muscle soreness is nothing unusual for runners.
DOMS generally subsides after a few days as the body recovers.
But when it comes to race registration, waiting too long could mean missing the Standard phase and having to purchase a BIB during the Late phase – the highest pricing tier of the season.
In other words, you may not have sore muscles yet, but your wallet could already be feeling the pain.
The Standard Phase Is Available Only Until August 31
The Standard registration phase for Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2026 Powered by Li-Ning is available only until August 31, 2026.
After that, the race will officially move into the Late phase, with the highest BIB price of the season.
So, if you are already planning to join this year’s race, now is the right time to complete your registration and secure the Standard price.
Don’t Let a Few Days of Hesitation Cost You More
DOMS may be part of the training process, but missing the Standard price is completely avoidable.
Secure your BIB today, lock in the Standard price, and save your energy for training so you’ll be ready for race day.
See you on the course at Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2026 Powered by Li-Ning.
