If you are following a marathon training program, you probably have a lot of questions.

Here are some of the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the marathon and its training.

 

What to do the day before a marathon?

Follow these tips to make sure you avoid making mistakes that will cost you precious time or harm you during your marathon or half-marathon.

 

Should I run a half marathon before the real one?

I think anyone in good health who is ready to make the commitment to training can complete a marathon, but marathon training is not something to start with no or little running experience. .

How to run a marathon faster

After running your first marathon, you might be thinking about improving your time for your next marathon. If you are hopeful and motivated to run a marathon faster, try these tips and advice.

 

What to eat and drink before a long run

The two days before your long run (and marathon) should be high-carb days. You need to make sure that you are increasing the percentage of carbohydrates in your diet, not the overall calories.

 

How to avoid hitting the wall?

Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to avoid hitting the wall. Here are some tips for beating the wall in a marathon.

 

How to run with discomfort?

When you run a marathon or else during your long distance workouts, you might have to deal with pain or discomfort. Here are some tips for dealing with these ailments and getting on with your run.

 

Why am I gaining weight?

Some marathon runners in training hope to lose weight, but are surprised when they actually gain a few pounds or reach a weight loss plateau.

 

How to predict your marathon result

Before you run your marathon, it is certainly helpful to have a rough estimate of your target outcome, so that you know what pace to pick up. But predicting race times, especially for marathons, can be difficult, as there are so many variables, like weather and conditions.

 

This post is also available in: Français (French)