The marathon is a mix of beauty and the beast. 

On one hand anyone can dedicate themselves to train for and complete the 26 mile journey.

At the same time the marathon is tough and to achieve your best requires a combination of hard work and making use of sound technique and strategy.

In this episode of The Partnerunning Show we look at what it takes to master the marathon and importantly setting viable expectations for sustainable marathon success.

Our focus is not on running a single marathon although we cover this. Our focus is on setting yourself for ongoing marathon success and achieving your personal best.

We look at a range of issues including:

Getting startedPicking up the paceGoing for your best

Also on the show:

Over the shoulderAsk SueThe road ahead