How to PR in the Marathon (Tread Lightly Podcast)

After completing a marathon or two, most runners set their sights on running their fastest marathon. However, when you train for a marathon PR, it’s too easy to fall into the trap of overreaching, or to end up injured. We’ll guide you through how to train for a marathon PR on this episode of the Tread Lightly Podcast. 

The advice in this episode is targeted towards intermediate and experienced marathoners. The guidance here is not recommended for first-time marathoners.

In this episode of Tread Lightly, you’ll learn:

• Mindset in training for a marathon PR
• How to adjust if you are sick on race day
• How many weeks do you need to train for a marathon PR?
• How to build a racing schedule for a marathon PR goal
• What to change in your training to run your fastest marathon
• How much intensity should you do in marathon training?

If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like:

• How to Carb Load Before A Marathon
• How Far Should You Run Before a Marathon?
• Boston Marathon: How to Qualify
• Long Run Pace vs Marathon Pace: Which to Choose?
• How to Set Your Marathon Goal Pace (Plus a Marathon Pace Chart)
• How to Pace Your Fastest Marathon
• How to Train for a Sub-4 Hour Marathon

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