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Marathon Training

26.2 miles, honestly planned — for first-timers and improvers

How to Train for a Marathon: First Timer’s Guide

July 16, 2026 by Claire Matthews
First-time runner crossing marathon finish line with arms raised in triumph

Training for your first marathon is a 16–20 week commitment. Here’s what to expect, how to structure your training, and how to avoid the mistakes most first-timers make.

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What to Eat After a Marathon: Best Recovery Foods

July 16, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner refueling with bananas, protein shake, and healthy foods post-marathon recovery

What should you eat after a marathon? Here’s what your body needs in the first 24–72 hours — and what to avoid — for the fastest possible recovery.

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How to Fuel for a Marathon: Race Day Nutrition Guide

July 15, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner fueling mid-marathon with energy gel on race day course

Getting your marathon nutrition wrong can end your race. Here’s exactly what to eat the day before, on race morning, and during the race itself.

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Marathon Nutrition Plan: Complete Fuelling Guide

July 14, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner fuelling mid-race with energy gel during marathon training run

Marathon nutrition makes or breaks your race. Here’s a complete fuelling guide — what to eat in the days before, on race morning, and throughout the 26.2 miles.

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What to do in the week before your marathon

June 3, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Runner checking training plan and gear laid out for marathon race week preparation

The week before your marathon matters more than most runners think. Here’s exactly what to do — and what to avoid — in the final 7 days.

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What happens at a marathon expo: what to expect

June 2, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Runners browsing race-day gear and bib pickup booths at a bustling marathon expo

First marathon expo? Here’s exactly what to expect — from bib collection to the gear stalls — and how to get in, get out, and protect your race.

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Ultramarathon race day guide for first timers

June 2, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner crossing mountain trail finish line at dawn during first ultramarathon race

Tackling your first ultramarathon? This honest race day guide covers pacing, fuelling, kit, mindset and what to do when things go wrong.

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Running your second marathon: what changes

May 31, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Runner crossing marathon finish line, race bib visible, determined expression on face

Your second marathon should be smarter, not just faster. Here’s what actually changes — training, pacing, fuelling, and mindset — when you’ve got one under your belt.

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How to train for your first ultramarathon

May 30, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner on mountain trail at sunrise, backpack on, pushing uphill through rugged terrain.

Thinking about your first ultramarathon? Here’s an honest, practical guide covering base fitness, weekly mileage, nutrition, kit, and what to expect on race day.

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Best running backpack for long runs and ultras

May 26, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner wearing a loaded trail backpack during an ultramarathon on a mountain path

Choosing the best running backpack for long runs and ultras? This honest guide covers fit, capacity, hydration, and the top packs worth buying in 2026.

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