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Visualization Is My Secret to Running a Successful Marathon
This is the second season of Training Diaries, a Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats leading up to race day on Sunday, Nov. 24. I’ll go over proper fueling, injuries and setbacks, treadmill tips, wardrobe malfunctions, long run logic, and just generally reflect on what…
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Why You Should Incorporate Smaller Races Into Your Marathon Training
I love running, but I do not love racing. I find that races suck out the joy of running for mental clarity, and replace it with long bathroom lines. And yet, I’m addicted to crossing that finish line after 26.2 miles. This week, after running a half-marathon where I improved my race pace by about a minute per mile, I’m…
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How to Follow a Training Program for a Marathon or Half Marathon, Even When Nothing Is Going Right
When you’re training for a race, a good training plan is key. With a plan, you’ll have all your runs planned out for you, with just the right mix of long runs, speed work, and easy mileage to get you to the start line strong and ready. But what do you do when the plan doesn’t match up with your…
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