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Training Plans

Structured plans to take you from where you are to where you want to be

How to run a negative split half marathon

May 25, 2026May 14, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner accelerating through the second half of a half marathon race

Running the second half faster than the first sounds simple. Here’s how to actually pace a negative split half marathon without blowing up early.

Categories Half Marathon Training, Training Plans

How to run a half marathon without bonking

May 25, 2026May 14, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner fueling mid-race with energy gel during a half marathon

Hitting the wall at mile 10 is brutal and avoidable. Here’s how to fuel, pace and train so you finish strong — not crawling to the line.

Categories Half Marathon Training, Training Plans

How to pick a marathon for your first race

May 25, 2026May 14, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Runner studying race map at starting line of a scenic marathon course

Choosing your first marathon matters more than you think. Here’s how to pick the right race — distance, timing, crowd support, and what to avoid.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Post-marathon recovery timeline: what to expect

May 25, 2026May 13, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Exhausted runner wrapping foil blanket around shoulders after crossing marathon finish line

Finished a marathon? Here’s an honest week-by-week recovery timeline — what your body’s going through and when it’s actually safe to run again.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

First marathon experience: what I wish I knew

May 25, 2026May 13, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Runner crossing marathon finish line with arms raised in triumph, race bib visible

About to run your first marathon? Here’s the honest advice most training plans don’t give you — pacing, the wall, kit, and what actually gets you to the finish line.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

What to Eat the Night Before a Half Marathon

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
What to Eat the Night Before a Half Marathon

Pre-race fuelling guide: carbs, hydration, timing, and what NOT to try. Race smart, starting with dinner.

Categories Half Marathon Training, Training Plans

Marathon taper week: what to expect and how to handle it

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner resting on track during marathon taper week, looking calm and focused

Taper week is weird, uncomfortable, and necessary. Here’s exactly what to expect in your final week before marathon day — and how to stay sane.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Carbohydrate loading before a marathon: how to do it right

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner eating pasta meal, carb-loading for marathon race day preparation

Carb loading before a marathon isn’t just eating pasta the night before. Here’s exactly how to do it right — timings, amounts, and what to avoid.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Strength Training Exercises for Marathon Runners

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Strength Training Exercises for Marathon Runners

20-minute twice-weekly routine. Core, glutes, hips. Prevent injuries and run stronger.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

How to run a 10k in under 50 minutes: training plan

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner crossing finish line tape at 10K race, stopwatch showing under 50 minutes

Want to break 50 minutes for 10k? This honest training plan covers paces, sessions, and timelines for everyday runners with real schedules.

Categories 10K Training, Training Plans
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