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Training Plans

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

How to deal with post marathon blues after race day

September 19, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Exhausted marathon runner sitting alone on curb after crossing finish line, medal around neck

Feeling flat after your marathon? Here’s why post marathon blues happen and practical steps to feel like yourself again in the weeks after race day.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Couch to 10k complete training plan for beginners

September 19, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner jogging on a park path during a couch to 10k training session

A realistic couch to 10k complete training plan for beginners — week-by-week structure, paces, and what to do when life gets in the way.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Half marathon vs full marathon: which should you do first?

September 18, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner on a road choosing between two path signs marked half marathon and marathon

Not sure whether to start with a half or full marathon? Here’s an honest breakdown of training demands, timelines, and which distance suits you right now.

Categories Half Marathon Training, Training Plans

Chicago marathon guide for first-time runners

September 18, 2026 by Claire Matthews
First-time runners crossing the Chicago Marathon start line surrounded by skyscrapers

A first-time Chicago Marathon guide covering training timeline, the flat course, pacing, fueling, weather and race-day logistics — no fluff.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

10k race day tips for a personal best that actually work

September 18, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner sprinting toward finish line during a 10k race, chasing a personal best

Practical 10k race day tips for a personal best — pacing, fuelling, warm-up and mistakes to avoid, from someone who’s made most of them.

Categories 10K Training, Training Plans

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.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

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.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

What Is a Good 10K Time for a Beginner?

July 16, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner crossing a 10K finish line with a stopwatch displaying race time

What counts as a good 10K time for a beginner? Here’s how to set realistic expectations, what average finish times look like, and how to improve yours.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

How to Run Faster: Training Tips for Beginners

July 16, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner sprinting on track, focused on improving speed and form

Getting faster at running requires specific training — not just more running. Here are the most effective ways to improve your pace as a beginner runner.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Running Tips for Overweight Beginners: How to Start Safely

July 16, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Overweight beginner jogging on a park path in supportive running shoes

Starting running when overweight requires a slightly different approach. Here’s practical advice on getting started safely, protecting your joints, and building up gradually.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans
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