What? High-intensity speed training for a marathon? Don’t shake your head yet. It’s true. What is High-Intensity Speed Training? First, a definition. By high-intensity speed training, I’m talking about shorter intervals, probably on a track, done at about 90-95% of your effort level, or at about your 5k pace. Frequently in marathon training, shorter intervals […]
6 Valuable Tips for Complete Marathon Recovery
Fact: Marathons are hard on the body. No matter your pace, you have been pounding for 26.2 miles, not to mention the months of hard training involved in preparation for the marathon. Your body needs a rest. Here are some tips to maximize marathon recovery. This post contains affiliate links. It can be difficult for […]
The Top 5 Marathon Mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Ah, the marathon. Twenty six point two miles of wonder, joy, and things waiting to go wrong. It’s hard to have a perfect race, but there are some things (in addition to following your training plan) that you can do to make your experience as successful as possible. Start by avoiding these common marathon mistakes […]
It’s Taper Time! How to Make the Most of your Half Marathon Taper
You’ve worked hard. You’ve followed your training plan, did all those long runs, that speed work, and now you’re about two weeks out from your race. You’re not done yet, though. The final part of your training starts now. It’s time for your half marathon taper. Many runners fear that they will lose fitness by […]
Half Marathon Recovery: Tips for a Speedy and Effective Recovery
Half marathons are a popular distance for runners looking to challenge themselves without committing to the full 26.2 miles. However, completing a half marathon is no small feat, and proper recovery is essential to prevent injury and ensure future success. Recovery after a half marathon is crucial to allow the body to repair and rebuild, […]
The Long Run: Tips and Tools for Going the Distance
Today I wanted to share some tips and my favorite tools for the long run. Generally speaking, the long run is the most important key to your marathon or half marathon training. Yes, you can slog through it, but using some of these tips can help make it more pleasant and even more beneficial to […]
