Determining how long to train for a marathon is an important decision that is often overlooked. In most cases, runners find a marathon training plan they like and then settle for the pre-determined length. However, taking the time to first determine how long you should train for a marathon and then searching for a training…
The 20 mile run is a milestone during marathon training. Regardless of whether you’re training for your first marathon or have run too many to count, completing a 20 miler is always something to celebrate. Is a 20 mile run enough? Many first time marathoners are surprised to see that their training plans only have…
Some runners find that they are fully satisfied with the half marathon distance. However, many others find themselves ready to progress from a half marathon to marathon after getting the hang of long distance running. The endorphins and sense of accomplishment that comes from running long distances is addicting. Many runners start out believing that…
Whether you’re training for a marathon, half marathon, or just your very first race – there’s bound to be a few long runs on your calendar. Those distances probably sounds a bit intimidating at the beginning of training, but even so, what catches most runners by surprise is the impact of what they do post-long…
Many runners find themselves feeling a little overwhelmed as they begin marathon training. It’s hard to imagine completing 26.2 miles when your training never takes you to that distance – especially during your long runs. The longest run before a marathon is usually quite a few miles shorter than the actual race distance itself. How…
As a distance runner, I have learned time and time again that consistency is key. The best way to set yourself up for success during a half or full marathon is to follow a training plan and complete your long runs. However, even though we all sign up for races with the best of intentions…