Discover how to embark on a successful marathon training with ASICS Target 26.2 coach Steve Smythe. We talked to marathon expert Steve for the lowdown on setting targets, tackling the first few weeks of training - and when you should start racing
Discover the secrets of success when it comes to the second half of marathon training, with ASICS Target 26.2 coach Sam Murphy. We talked to expert coach Sam to find out more about handling high mileage, the taper and race day tactics.Just press
Discover the secrets of preventing injury and looking after your body during marathon training, with ASICS Target 26.2 physio Sarah Connors. We talked to expert physio Sarah to find out more about avoiding injury, telling the difference between a
Discover the secrets of nutrition success when it comes to the second half of marathon training, with ASICS Target 26.2 dietician Ruth McKean. We talked to expert dietician Ruth to find out more about the perfect marathon diet, carb
believe with the expert guidance from the Asics Target 26.2 team I can find the missing piece of my marathon puzzle and finally get my sub 3 in Paris in April."Follow Alex's forum thread - post your advice or training tips and join the debate!
brought me a spot in ASICS Target 26.2 for the Paris Marathon. I'm not the fastest runner by any stretch of the imagination but I MAY be the most determined to succeed. I've only been running for 2 years but it feels like I've been running all my life
First Timer - SteveFollow on the forum: Steve loves bacon Target: sub 4:00Marathon PB: This will be my firstCoach: Sam MurphyTraining schedule: See Steve's training planStrengths: "I’m a very positive person – for me, the running drink is always
Busy Lifestyle - MelanieFollow on the forum: MelaniejayneTarget: A sub 4.30, although to complete and enjoy the marathon would be my ultimate target.Marathon PB: I haven’t completed a marathon yet. Although I did my first half marathon in November
On a Plateau - AdrianFollow in the forum: Shady_AdyTarget: Under 3:30 would be a dream come true and a lifelong ambition.Marathon PB: 3:44:29 (Boston Marathon, 2009)Coach: Sam MurphyTraining schedule: See Adrian's training plan here
Find out what happened on training day 1 in our ASICS Target 26.2 marathon project as our five runners prepare to ramp up their training for the Paris Marathon.
