Marathon training 101- this week I’m talking end to end through marathon training which might be something a lot of people are going to start doing in the new year if they’re heading towards the London Marathon!!

I’m here to reassure you that you’re going to be great, it’s totally manageable and give you my top tips!

In this episode I’m discussing:

1. Finding a plan
2. Balancing life
3. Getting some good shoes
4. Fuelling your running and basic nutrition
5. Run types- long, easy, interval/speed
6. Being kind to yourself
7. My 3 top tips

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Shoe rotations, watches, snazzy kit and basics- what do you or don’t you need?! Spoiler alter, there is only one thing I actually think you need… give this episode a listen to learn more about running trainers, my top 3 things, winter vs summer running, things I rate and hate!

SPRINT

• Running trainers
• My top 3 things to buy
• Building an outfit from the bottom up

Affiliate links for things I mention:

• Flip belt- https://amzn.to/4fbVLv0
• Gloves- https://amzn.to/3Dmyitu
• Ear warmer- https://amzn.to/41t32mI
• Scrunchies- https://amzn.to/3De5mUQ
• Chafe stick- https://amzn.to/3D3szsv
• Cap- https://amzn.to/3ORSiXM Hard pilates ball- https://amzn.to/3ONP1bZ Headphones- https://amzn.to/49tOZ2l
• My running watch- https://amzn.to/3ZNz2AV
• Winter leggings- https://amzn.to/4itn8mZ

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Shoe rotations, watches, snazzy kit and basics- what do you or don’t you need?! Spoiler alter, there is only one thing I actually think you need… give this episode a listen to learn more about running trainers, my top 3 things, winter vs summer running, things I rate and hate!

SPRINT

• Running trainers
• My top 3 things to buy
• Building an outfit from the bottom up

MARATHON

• Shoe rotations
• Trail running
• Winter vs summer
• Things I love that make my life easier
• Things I don’t rate
• Things I would recommend if you’re starting to invest

Affiliate links for things I mention:

• Flip belt- https://amzn.to/4fbVLv0
• Gloves- https://amzn.to/3Dmyitu
• Ear warmer- https://amzn.to/41t32mI
• Scrunchies- https://amzn.to/3De5mUQ
• Chafe stick- https://amzn.to/3D3szsv
• Cap- https://amzn.to/3ORSiXM Hard pilates ball- https://amzn.to/3ONP1bZ Headphones- https://amzn.to/49tOZ2l
• My running watch- https://amzn.to/3ZNz2AV
• Winter leggings- https://amzn.to/4itn8mZ

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Nutrition can have a huge impact on your running and your life, but as a topic, it is full of mystery, false information and complexities- so what do you need to actually know?! Hopefully this episode sets that out for you!

Sprint:

• Basics of building a meal
• Energy
• My 3 top tips

Marathon:

• Eating around a run- pre and post
• Snacks
• Race day nutrition
• Diet culture and eating more than others
• 
  

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Nutrition can have a huge impact on your running and your life, but as a topic, it is full of mystery, false information and complexities- so what do you need to actually know?! Hopefully this episode sets that out for you!

Sprint:

• Basics of building a meal
• Energy
• My 3 top tips

Marathon:

• Eating around a run- pre and post
• Snacks
• Race day nutrition
• Diet culture and eating more than others
• 
  

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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You can only benefit from the training you recover from. But how should you actually be recovering?! There are so many lotions and potions, hacks and wild claims floating around on the internet at the moment and in this episode I do a deep dive into the basics and nuances of recovery:

Sprint:

• Recovery pillars- nutrition, sleep and rest are the most important to nail
• Recover pyramid example:

https://humankinetics.me/2021/07/15/what-are-the-best-recovery-strategies-for-athletes/

• Things on top like foam rolling, massage, ice baths, hot and cold etc etc are bonus, you have to get the basics right
• More miles= more sleep
• Rest days, you actually have to rest
• Science of why muscles only recover at rest
• All training plans should be balanced

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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You can only benefit from the training you recover from. But how should you actually be recovering?! There are so many lotions and potions, hacks and wild claims floating around on the internet at the moment and in this episode I do a deep dive into the basics and nuances of recovery:

Sprint:

• Recovery pillars- nutrition, sleep and rest are the most important to nail
• Recover pyramid example:

https://humankinetics.me/2021/07/15/what-are-the-best-recovery-strategies-for-athletes/

• Things on top like foam rolling, massage, ice baths, hot and cold etc etc are bonus, you have to get the basics right
• More miles= more sleep
• Rest days, you actually have to rest
• Science of why muscles only recover at rest
• All training plans should be balanced

Marathon:

• How much sleep
• What does a rest day actually look like
• What happens if you don’t rest
• What’s the driver in why you can’t rest?

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Strength training is hugely important for runners- but where do you start, what do you need to focus on and how can you use it to help your running the most?!

In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by Coach Anna who is a fountain of strength training knowledge! You can find her on Instagram @award_pt

In this episode I’ll be chatting with Anna all about:

• Why runners need to strength train
• The basics of how often and what to focus on
• Isometrics, plyometrics and compound movements
• Keeping it simple
• Areas to focus on
• 3 best moves
• Anna's biggest bit of advice

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Everyone is talking about electrolytes! But what actually are they? What do they do? Do you need to take them?! In this episode, I do a deep dive into all things electrolytes and help you think about if, when and why you might need to use them:

Sprint

• What actually are electrolytes and why do they help
• How much and when should you take them
• Before, during after?
• What do I do?
• Hyponautremia

Marathon

• Why are they so popular all of a sudden?
• The science behind how and why they help
• The impact on cramp
• Do you actually need them??

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Everyone is talking about electrolytes! But what actually are they? What do they do? Do you need to take them?! In this episode, I do a deep dive into all things electrolytes and help you think about if, when and why you might need to use them:

Sprint

• What actually are electrolytes and why do they help
• How much and when should you take them
• Before, during after?
• What do I do?
• Hyponautremia

Marathon

• Why are they so popular all of a sudden?
• The science behind how and why they help
• The impact on cramp
• Do you actually need them??

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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