265. Marathon Training Guide - Periodidation, Long Runs, Shoes, Pacing & Gels

Interested in coaching? Fill out this quick form - ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/XKgPwhPkVXLJsiWn6⁠⁠This episode covers marathon pacing strategies, training essentials, shoe choices, nutrition, and race day preparation, providing practical tips for runners of all levels. Key Topics- How to plan out a training week, block and full 16 week program- Marathon pacing strategies- Training essentials for marathon- Shoe selection and nutrition- Race day preparation and taperingRelated Episodes: Strength Training - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hCwcQZ9pT1FGpWRhg328P?si=FmKcQSUWQ5KEVVcL0q7SvgSydney Marathon 2025 Tips -https://open.spotify.com/episode/67FA1lRboXHuywnzrnsHY9?si=vNsC1rfCSUe4DgxnY7u50wNutrition - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5aIV3FFeRPzjxOky581Pmc?si=jgDBa2_PQKSr3Cb3qIe4HAChapters00:00 Welcome to Marathon Season00:29 Preparing for Your First Marathon01:00 The Importance of Long Runs in Marathon Training01:34 The Importance of the Long Run04:25 Strength Training Essentials07:25 Weekly Training Structure10:47 Training Blocks and Progression13:37 Nutrition and Race Preparation16:31 Tapering and Race Week Strategies16:54 Building a Strong Marathon Foundation17:55 Determining Long Run Distances19:50 Managing Training Load and Injury Risk21:13 The Importance of Race Day Experience22:41 The Importance of Long Runs in Marathon Training23:55 Recovery and Training Duration for Beginners24:19 Pacing Strategies for Marathon Runners31:01 Nutrition and Fueling During Races34:40 Choosing the Right Marathon Shoes39:55 Training Insights and Future EpisodesFollow Us:Instagram: @strongerstride | @lydia_mckay | @sophielaneYouTube: Watch on YouTube ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAP9eXZNoDB_9zk7WBMm9WA⁠⁠