12 Months to Marathon - Episode 84 - Why Everyone Should be Talking About Splits

Send us Fan MailEpisode 84 – Why Everyone Should Be Talking About SplitsIf you want to get better at running, we need to talk about splits.In this episode, I break down one of the most overlooked, yet most powerful,  concepts in distance running: controlling your mile or kilometre splits.Whether you're training for your first marathon or chasing a PB, your splits tell the real story of your control, focus, and discipline across the distance.We cover:What splits actually are (and why they matter more than average pace)Why so many marathoners start too fast, especially in big racesThe difference between an “enjoyment runner” and a “performance runner.”How tighter splits build confidence and enduranceWhy managing effort — not emotion — wins marathonsDistance running is about control.If your fastest split is your first 5K in a marathon, that’s not pacing — that’s excitement.If you’re in the middle of marathon training right now, this episode will help you sharpen your focus and take ownership of your performance.Follow @12monthstomarathon on Instagram for daily tips, and join the free Over 35 Running Community via the link in the bio.Support the show