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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 55 MIN

#166: The challenges of tapers, holidays and running two marathons close together

from The Running Rules Podcast · host Alan Ladd

Today's episode looks at why running two marathons together isn't an easy thing to do and why a marathon is more than just a training run.With spring marathons right upon us, I also cover tips for a successful taper and why getting to the start line fit and healthy is the most important thing now.Finally I look at how a holiday in the taper period can be challenging in its own way but how it can also be very beneficial.To get my free tapering guide go to www.therunningrules.com/taperGo to ⁠⁠www.therunningrules.com/services⁠⁠ to find out ways you can get help including a one to one race prep call.

Today's episode looks at why running two marathons together isn't an easy thing to do and why a marathon is more than just a training run.With spring marathons right upon us, I also cover tips for a successful taper and why getting to the start line fit and healthy is the most important thing now.Finally I look at how a holiday in the taper period can be challenging in its own way but how it can also be very beneficial.To get my free tapering guide go to www.therunningrules.com/taperGo to ⁠⁠www.therunningrules.com/services⁠⁠ to find out ways you can get help including a one to one race prep call.

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