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Sheinelle explained that while she doesn’t have long to go until her marathon, she made sure to allocate enough time each day to physical fitness, making sure to immerse herself entirely in her regimen during each session. “When I go out for a run and when I’m training, that’s me time,” Sheinelle explained.
Swimming And Cross-Training
While running is of course key to marathon training, Sheinelle has also found swimming in cold water to be highly beneficial as a holistic workout. “I read all about the benefits of cold plunging. I don’t know if it really works, but I think it does. I’m not as sore as I thought I would be,” she revealed.
Remember The Reward
While training for a marathon is a long and grueling process, Sheinelle makes sure to remind herself of the benefits of what she is doing in order to keep herself motivated. “Training for a marathon is rewarding along the way,” she explained, admitting that “Some days I don’t feel like going for a run, but I never regret it when it’s over.”
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]]>Side Planks
Strengthening your core is essential in running, as it promotes improved posture and stability while you run. Side planks, in particular, are better than regular planks as they improve lateral stability while running. Core exercises like side planks prevent things like hip drops when you’re running, which is imperative for preventing injury.
Backward Lunges
Any glute and hamstring-building exercises are great for enhancing your running performance by mobilizing all of your muscles and improving your running form. Glute and hamstring exercises in particular will prevent you from over-dependence on your quads which can easily prevent Runner’s Knee or lower back pain. Backward Lunges are especially great, because they will take pressure off your knees.
Burpees
We know burpees are rough but they work almost every muscle group in your body! Imagine that! Try a set of burpees after a set of strength training or after your backward lunges. The explosive movement right after a strength session is great for neuromuscular coordination which will improve your overall movement efficiency and athleticism.
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]]>Start Slow
Don’t try to run a full marathon right away. Start with a 5k, 10k or half-marathon race and work your way up gradually.
Get Proper Gear
Invest in a good pair of running shoes and comfortable workout clothes. This will help you stay motivated and prevent injuries.
Create a Training Plan
Find a training plan that works for you and stick to it. There are many free plans available online, or you can hire a running coach to create a personalized plan.
Focus on Strength Training
Incorporate strength training into your workout routine to build endurance, prevent injuries, and improve overall performance.
Cross Train
Mix up your workouts with other forms of exercise like swimming, cycling, or yoga to prevent burnout and boredom.
Fuel Your Body
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for marathon training. Focus on getting enough protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to fuel your body.
Lowcarb Hydrate
Stay hydrated before, during, and after your runs. Dehydration can lead to cramps, fatigue, and other issues that can derail your training.
Rest
Rest days are just as important as training days. Allow your body to recover and avoid overtraining.
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Start slowly and gradually increase your mileage over time. You don’t want to push yourself too hard too soon and risk injury.
Running Shoes
Invest in a good pair of running shoes that are comfortable and provide adequate support. This can make a big difference in your overall performance and help prevent injuries.
Hydrate
Stay hydrated and fuel your body with healthy foods that will provide the energy you need to keep going.
Set Yourself Up For Success
Set realistic goals and track your progress along the way. Celebrate your accomplishments and don’t be too hard on yourself if you have setbacks.
Rest
Don’t forget to rest and recover! Taking time to rest and allow your body to recover is just as important as training itself.
Finally, surround yourself with a supportive community of runners who can offer advice and encouragement along the way.
With these tips and tricks, you can train for a marathon and go the distance with confidence and success. Remember to listen to your body, stay motivated, and enjoy the journey!
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You might be concerned about the sleep you’re getting the night before the race, but what many people don’t realize is that it takes two nights for sleep to catch up with you. This means that you should really prioritize getting enough sleep two nights before the marathon. This will ensure that you are properly rested and energized for the big day.
No New Shoes
It might be tempting to get a new pair of shoes for your first marathon (similar to a “first day of school outfit”), but resist the urge! New shoes take time to break in, and you never know how you’ll feel running in them after you try them out. A marathon is no time to test out any new gear, trust us.
Hydration
Staying hydrated during a marathon isn’t just about what you drink the day of, or during. Hydration begins the entire week before the race. Make sure that you are drinking (and properly absorbing) water at least three to four days before the marathon. This will help with cramps, fatigue, and muscle soreness.
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]]>Kristen Hollinghaus Seninger decided to get herself an “under-desk” treadmill so she could keep active while getting work done. The 24-year-old woman works remotely and wanted to include some fitness in her day as she thought it would improve her mood and energy levels—particularly those after-lunch slumps.
“I don’t like just sitting in my chair for eight hours straight,” Hollinghaus Seninger said. “So I wanted to add the walking pad into my routine, whether it was walking a couple hours a day or a couple of hours a week.”
@hauskris Replying to @thegreatsadsby my hips will never recover from this I’ve honestly never felt so accomplished before hahaha #wfhlife #walkingpad #treadmilldesk #standingdesk #workfromhome #treadmill #underdesktreadmill #marathon #marathontraining #dayinthelife #dayinthelifevlog #dayinmylife #dayinmylifevlog ♬ Chill Vibes – Tollan Kim
The daily walking had an excellent impact, and so the San Francisco resident chose to increase her mileage and do a half-marathon while at her standing desk. After it went well, she decided to up the ante even further and complete a full marathon!
“People run marathons all the time, so I’m like, walking it can’t be that bad. Let’s see if I can make it happen during the work day.”
The 26.41 miles were done with a few breaks, but by 5 p.m., Hollinghaus Seninger had accomplished 47,877 steps—and gotten her work done!
Her next goal? Walking coast to coast!
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]]>Plan for the Unknown
It doesn’t matter how perfectly you plan your training; it’s pretty much guaranteed that something will happen to interrupt it. Whether it’s weather, illness, or mood, be prepared to have to rethink your training plan at least once.
Go Slow
In order to protect your body, it’s absolutely critical that you take your sweet time increasing your mileage, ideally never increasing by more than 10 percent in a week. Generally, plan about 25 weeks to train. Beyond that, it’s also important to keep your pace slow, as this is the only way to sustain running for 26.2 dang miles.
Don’t Just Run
You might be running to get yourself into shape, but the truth is that to be a good runner, you need to get yourself into shape to run. Strength training can help support your running habit without injuring you.
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]]>Don’t Wear New Shoes
Putting on a pair of brand new shoes is a classic rookie mistake you’ll want to avoid at all costs! In fact, don’t wear any new gear on race day just because you want to look good. Sticking to your usual running gear will help you avoid any injuries, and you’ll also feel more comfortable while running.
Don’t Overeat
Don’t starve before the race, but also make sure not to eat too much the day before a marathon. Eat smaller meals that are rich in protein and carbs, and avoid fried and spicy food or red meat.
Don’t Be Late
Race days are very exciting and hectic, but do your best to stay organized and arrive on time. You want to be there at least one hour before the start, so you can pick up your number, warm up, and prepare for the race.
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]]>Don’t Skip Warm-Up
Doing some light stretches and exercises before the run for 5 to 10 minutes is extremely important in order to warm up the muscles for running, and to avoid running injuries.
Choose The Right Program
Most people think that marathon training is just about going for a run a few times a week or whenever you can. However, running a full marathon is not an easy thing to do and you should achieve this goal as safely as possible. For that reason, it’s best to find a marathon training program that suits your needs and combines running with other workouts like stretching and strength training.
Don’t Skip The Cool-Down
Just like the warm-up, cooling down is an important part of the workout that you shouldn’t skip, because it’ll bring your heart rate back to normal slowly and relieve your muscles after a heavy workout.
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]]>Keep Training
Your race is canceled, but that’s not an excuse to be lazy and stop training. Running can help you deal with anxiety and depression during these times. If you’re used to training at the gym, try home-workouts or walking outside. It’s important to stay active.
I'm not sure what happened but I was in a great mood the whole way. Probably something to do with the combination of sunshine, happy songs, empty paths and meeting a really cute dog. I adore running by streams but the huge numbers of flies in the evening is GRIM. I swallowed at least 3 
should I run with a visor??Reconnect With “Why?”
Think about why you decided to sign up for the race—did you do it to be healthier, spend time running with friends, or try something new? Make a list of all the positive things you’ve achieved from running so far.
DIY Race
The race may be canceled, but you can still make your own mini-race in your neighborhood. Just plan a route and set a time and date.
There Will Be Other Races
In the grand scheme of things, skipping one race is a small price to pay for maintaining public health and safety. It’s normal to feel disappointed, but there will be other races.
Things are tough but know that this won’t last forever and when it’s done your goals will still be there to smash your way through. It’s hard to stay motivated when there’s no end in sight and that’s okay. Yesterday I did very little apart from my day working from home and watching far too many episodes of Tiger King. Today, I ran 8 miles before 9am and feel ready for the day 
Sending love to anyone who needs it right now 
#running #runningcommunity #runningfitness #runningjourney #fitnessjourney #fitnessmotivation #runningmotivation #edinburghrunningnetwork #marathontraining #londonmarathon2020 #vlm2020 #fitness #fitnesslifestyle #goals #fitnessgoals
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Practice Gratitude
Be thankful that your body was able to run and that while training you became fit and stronger. No medal can give you that achievement.
If only it was like that, just getting out for a threshold session from my coach before spending the day unfront of the computer. Sooo weird working from home still and not much of an end in sight 
Jist thankfull that Im not suffering from the aweful virus. Hoping this will all be a distant memory in 6 months time 
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