Marathon Day Race Strategy and Recovery
This is the fifth and final article in my series on preparing for the marathon. In the previous articles available here, we covered getting fit enough to train, choosing a training plan, dealing with injuries, and the taper. Now, let’s tackle the big day itself – the marathon! Race Day Preparation: The Night Before The […]
Marathon Tapering: The Final Countdown – Nutrition & Performance
This is the fourth article in my series on preparing for the marathon, focusing on the crucial phase: tapering. After months of dedicated training, the marathon looms large. Now’s the time to fine-tune your body and mind for the big day. Marathon tapering isn’t about stopping completely; it’s a strategic reduction in training volume and […]
Unlocking Marathon Success: Why You Need a Marathon Training Plan & How to Choose the Right One for You
This is the second article in my series on preparing for the marathon, focusing on the crucial step of choosing and adapting a training plan. The first article, which can be seen here, dealt with getting fit enough to follow a marathon training plan. Before we get into the details of how to choose a […]
Laying the Groundwork: Get Fit for Your Marathon Run with a 3-Month Pre-Training Plan
So, you’ve decided to take on the ultimate running challenge: a marathon run. That’s fantastic! But before you start following a structured marathon training plan, it’s crucial to establish a solid base level of fitness if you want to avoid injuries. The marathon is unique in that a certain degree of fitness is required just […]
