S3E2: The Build Before the Build: How to Prep for a Fall Marathon

In this episode, I break down what to do before your fall marathon block begins. We talk summer mileage, running economy, heat training, 5Ks, hill circuits, fartlek workouts, strength training, nutrition, and how to stay fit without showing up to marathon training already cooked, crispy, and emotionally unavailable.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro03:06 The Consistently Good Paradox05:21 Why Fitness Disappears Faster Than You Think07:49 Periodization For Summer Training09:21 Lower Volume, Lower Stress, Better Timing12:23 Improve Your Running Economy15:21 Speed Work, Hill Reps, And Fartlek Training21:41 How Much Mileage Should You Run?25:05 Why Strength Training Matters Now27:33 Heat Training Is A Gift32:59 MailbagBecome a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠⁠https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition⁠Bat City Track Club is an emerging national class and regionally elite team with a primary focus on distances 5,000m to the marathon.⁠https://www.batcitytc.com/⁠FOLLOW:IG: @theconsistentlygoodpodcastYT: @theconsistentlygoodpodcastJEFF CUNNINGHAM:IG: @jdcunningham97BAT CITY: @batcitytrackclubThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.