If you're running a marathon this spring, you're about to enter the most critical – and difficult – four weeks of training, when 1) your weekly mileage is at its peak; 2) your motivation may be flagging; and 3) you're most likely to get sidelined
At a Glance Profile Nickname: Sue C Age: 36 Running for: 3 years No. of marathons: 2 PBs: 10K 43:00 Half-Marathon 1:37 Marathon 3
-gel at the start, another between 10K and 10 miles, a third carbo-gel between Miles 13 and 15 (I find this one the most useful) and a final one at about Mile 20. I keep myself topped up with energy drink too. Of course, no fuel strategy can make up for poor pacing
At a Glance Profile Nickname: Mystic Age: 35 Running for: 15 years No. of marathons: 0 PBs: 10K 52:00 Half-Marathon 2:08
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before my first marathon (Amsterdam 2006), I averaged three runs per week and a total weekly mileage of about 25 miles. I did the marathon in 2:57. A typical running week for me at that time involved one track session, one hilly run and one long run
effort. Marathon pace, if you’re fit, should be easier than threshold but a touch quicker than your easy runs. Your effort should be around 7.5/10.Q. Most of the tips I've read recommend marathon pace + 10-20% for most sessions. A lot of my mileage
At a Glance Profile Nickname: Right Said Aouita Age: 35 Running: 12 years No. of marathons: 1 PBs: Half-Marathon 1:41 Marathon 4:00:10
:55 Half-Marathon 1:45:04 Marathon 4:14:27 Strengths: When I put my mind to a task, I'll give it 100 per cent. Weaknesses: Cake and chocolate. Most looking forward to: Having a 3
in this marathon. Maybe aim for 3:10, but only if this pace feels easy to start off with. If you still feel good at Mile 20 then you can push on, and at least then you will be rewarded with a more positive experience. Many people are tempted to change their plans
