Long runs are an inevitable part of marathon training, and even plans that have “shorter” long runs still include them. But that raises the question, how far should your longest run be before your marathon? 20 miles or 3…
A marathon is almost always a big task for anybody. There are of course some people who can run a really unstructured and inefficient plan, and still run marathon times most of us could only dream of, but they’re the…
Learning more about running and the various aspects that impact performance is a sure way to athletes becoming faster and less injury prone, especially if you’re not in the position to have someone coach you. Here’s a list of books…
Some running sessions are more enjoyable than others, and have a clear purpose. In this blog we’re going to look at ways you can view sessions differently if you’re struggling with boredom, the pressure of pace targets or just don’t…
Off-the-shelf/page marathon training plans. There’s a huge variety out there, and it’s hard to know which one to go for. I’m all for helping people, it’s why I do what I do, but I’ve been asked several times over the…
Whilst most of us moan about running when it’s freezing cold outside, as soon as there’s a bit of heat, the complaints of being too hot to run soon rise like the temperature. If you’ve found yourself stopping, giving up…
There are many factors that influence your marathon day performance, and one that doesn’t necessarily spring to mind, at least not until a few days before the race, is how to pace it. Let’s look at what you need to…
All the hard work and good training in the world will only get you so far (or fast) in a marathon. Unlike the other typical race distances where you can get by with minimal food before or on the run,…
Tapering is an essential part of preparation for marathons, and whilst it’s physically the easiest part, it can be the most mentally challenging period of training for a lot of people. Here I’ll share some thoughts that might cross your…
One non-negotiable rule for marathon running is that you have to take on fluid and fuel if you want to run your best. Whilst there are stories of people taking extremely small amounts of food and fluid in marathons, it’s…