Tread Lightly Running Podcast

Episode 17: First Marathon Training Tips


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This episode focuses on advice for first-time marathoners! However, even experienced marathoners will find this episode helpful. We delve into the details of marathon training, race day, choosing a race, and more! 

  • How do you know if you are ready for a marathon?

  • How many weeks should your marathon training plan be?

  • How many days per week do you need to run per week?

  • How many miles per week should you run in marathon training?

  • Training for time versus training for distance in your first marathon plan

  • Using the run-walk strategy for your first marathon

  • Fitting in strength training when training for your first marathon

  • Speed workouts during training for your first marathon

  • Marathon goal pace for your first marathon 

  • How to choose which race to run for your first marathon

  • Our top race day tips for your first marathon

  • At the end of the episode, we mentioned Amanda’s fantastic Run Club resource! Use the code treadlightly to save $50 on a one-year subscription. The Virtual Run Club features a wealth of resources, including some training plans designed by Laura. You can sign up here: https://www.runtothefinish.com/online-running-group/


    We also mentioned Amanda's 30 Day Core program. This program is great for strength training work that fits into marathon training. You can purchase it here: https://www.runtothefinish.com/30-day-core-challenge/




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