Your marathon long run needs to build the endurance and durability required for 42.2 kilometres without compromising the rest of your training. Learn why there is no magic distance, how to progress your long runs appropriately, and why consistency, controlled intensity, fuelling practice and recovery matter more than one monster session.
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Stop Running Your Long Runs Too Fast
Many marathon runners make the mistake of running their long runs too fast. Learn why slowing down can actually help you build better endurance, recover more effectively, and improve race-day performance. Discover how easy running fits into successful marathon preparation and why consistency beats heroic training sessions every time.
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