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EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 1H 5M

Sports Essentials: How To Avoid ‘Bonking’ During a Marathon with Dr. Jennifer Smith

from Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast · host Cleveland Clinic

If you’ve run a marathon, odds are you’ve bonked and collided with the proverbial wall. It’s the point where your energy reserves run out and taking another step seems impossible. So, how do you avoid it to reach the finish line? Physical therapist and marathon runner Jenny Smith has some tips. Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!

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