Category: Training Club

It’s no secret that training for a marathon is no easy task. It takes months of dedication and hard work to complete a marathon. Many people choose to train outdoors, running through their neighborhood or city streets. But what if you don’t have the time or resources to train outdoors? Can you still train for…

Some athletes may wonder, do marathon runners take breaks between long runs? According to coach Carina Heilner, marathon runners should take short, planned breaks when they’re overtraining or in danger of injury. Symptoms of overtraining include decreased performance and elevated resting heart rate. To avoid injury and to help the body recover, athletes should take…

In general, you should start your marathon training at least 12-16 weeks before the race. That way, you will have the advantage of being physically fit and rested. But if you’re not sure how long you need to train, here are some tips to help you get started. Listed below are the most common questions…

There are many different theories for how marathon runners train. Canova’s Golden Rule, Lydiard’s training system, and other theories have all been used to train professional marathon runners. Whether or not they work depends on the type of marathon and the athlete. However, in general, a beginner should focus on increasing mileage week by week…

You may have heard of VO2max, the measure of cardiorespiratory endurance, but what exactly is it? This article will give you a brief introduction to this measure. It helps to determine how well your cardiovascular system is working, and what you need to do to improve it. It also shows your speed and stamina. So…

A marathon is supposed to be a mixture of aerobic and anaerobic phases, but as you run the distance, the pace may fall into the anaerobic zone. Once in an anaerobic zone, it is difficult to recover. It feels like hitting the wall and bonking. Here are some reasons why marathon runners should use aerobic…

You’ve probably wondered: “Why do marathon runners need aerobic endurance?” Well, there are many reasons why you should train to improve your aerobic capacity. For starters, it will improve your speed. As a bonus, interval training will sharpen your speed, increase your cadence, and improve your endurance. Read on to learn more. Here are four…

Muscular endurance refers to a person’s ability to exert force over a long period of time. Muscular endurance is an important part of any athletic endeavor, especially long-distance running. Runners repeat the same stride and movements over, which can cause extreme fatigue and injury. In addition, marathon runners must maintain their muscular endurance to avoid…

Running a half marathon is a big achievement. It takes about two hours to complete the distance, so training for it is vital. Once you have completed your first half marathon, you’ll probably want to train for another one. You’ll also want to know the longest long run you can complete during your half marathon…

Running a half marathon without training is definitely possible! While it isn’t fun, it can give you a great sense of accomplishment when you cross the finish line. Besides, the feeling of accomplishment is what will keep you going when the long, hard hours are over. You’ll also learn about overtraining and how to prevent…