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EPISODE · May 6, 2025 · 8 MIN

What’s the Optimal Distance for Your Marathon Long Run?

from All In Run Club Podcast - by Lee Grantham · host Lee Grantham

📞 Book a free 15-minute Performance Call to learn how I help runners PB: https://bit.ly/allincoaching🗣 I love running, you can see here: https://www.instagram.com/jungle.vip ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🚨If this video helped you: share it with a friend so they may benefit as well :)▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more running tips and training strategies!📺 Watch some of my top videos:• How My Marathon Training Evolved: From 4:25 to 2:21https://youtu.be/OemkRpSdDhg?si=l95kOVFIGtxCSgNl• Unlock Your Potential: The 20-Minute Running Revolution!https://youtu.be/GiKfLLUU2Fo?si=gU8ZR0g5sMaORZmp• My Marathon Journey from 3:25 to 2:37 in 11 Monthshttps://youtu.be/FWBiOVw983g?si=va8nHGUtP3z0941CFind out the optimal distance for your marathon long run in this informative video. Learn how to train effectively for your next marathon!0:00 - Intro0:14 - Long Run Question0:28 - What's the goal?00:53 - Time V Distance1:06 - How can you get the most out of your long run?1:20 - Which type of run do you enjoy most and why is that important?2:17 - What is the fun part of a long run?2:43 - Work to your strengths3:04 - Specific Long Run (Threshold/Tempo)4: 03 - Why should you run at race pace?4:44 - Example of Specific Long Run5:39 - Heat and Humidity 7:06 - Progressive Long Run7:30 - Negative Split 7:45 SummaryAre you preparing for a marathon and wondering how far your long runs should be? In this video, I dive deep into the optimal long run distance during marathon training, focusing on how to balance building endurance with increasing speed.I answer a specific question from a viewer who asked about whether to keep increasing long run distance beyond 35K or focus on speed. This is a crucial topic for anyone aiming to hit their marathon goals, whether you’re targeting a sub-3-hour finish or just aiming to complete your first marathon.Long runs are the backbone of marathon training, but there’s a strategic way to approach them to ensure you’re maximizing your potential on race day. I’ll share examples and insights into how to adjust your long run distance and intensity to get the most out of your training.If you’re serious about optimizing your marathon preparation, this video will give you the tools and knowledge to hit the start line in peak condition.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more running tips and training strategies!#MarathonTraining #LongRun #RunningTips #EnduranceTraining #RacePrep #MarathonPrep #DistanceRunning #SpeedTraining #RunningGoals #RunningPerformance

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📞 Book a free 15-minute Performance Call to learn how I help runners PB: https://bit.ly/allincoaching 🗣 I love running, you can see here: https://www.instagram.com/jungle.vip ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🚨If this video helped you: share it with a friend so they may benefit as well :) ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more running tips and training strategies! 📺 Watch some of my top videos: • How My Marathon Training Evolved: From 4:25 to 2:...

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