Any tips for running a marathon?

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Evening,

I've just entered the 2013 Brighton Marathon and this will be my first time.

Is anyone able to offer me some tips please?

Training will start next month as I plan on punching in a good time but I'm sure they'll be loads I need to learn!

Thanks
 
Hydration is very important before, during and after. Run in the same shoes you train in, Find yourself a comfortable pace to run at, run within yourself. if your runing on your own find someone who is runing at the same pace and run with them.
 
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It's easier said than done, but try and make a playlist for your iPod (presuming you'll listen to music when you run) which has songs that have the same beat as your running steps. Really helps get into a rhythm...Takes some experimentation and trial and error when your initial training starts, but a good running playlist can help no end.
 
There are loads of training schedules available on the web. It takes committment to do all the recommended trainig but it will stand you in good stead. Main thing is not to set off too quickly on the day. Don't set off like a scalded cat. Break the race down into 2 mile chunks and set yourself times for each. Build up the pace to your optimum over the first 4 miles and cruise to the finish.....
 
I believe they have a very good tram system in Brighton :whistle:

Train hard, then train some more and when you think you've done enough do even more.
 
Aztecs27 said:
It's easier said than done, but try and make a playlist for your iPod (presuming you'll listen to music when you run) which has songs that have the same beat as your running steps. Really helps get into a rhythm...Takes some experimentation and trial and error when your initial training starts, but a good running playlist can help no end.
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I think Brighton has a ban on Ipods etc whilst running so Dont get used to training with one. Dont get obsessed with training Now its far too early and you will run the risk of injury.

If you have not run before then get yourself down to a local running shop (not JJB, sports direct etc) and have your gait analysed and get some correct shoes for your running style.

Build the training gradually, one long run per week, If your just starting out then aim for a couple of runs of 30 mins and a longer run of 1 hour or 6 miles, when thats comfortable then gradually increase the long run by 1 mile per week until you are regularly doing 13 miles.

Once you get to 16 weeks away then you can look at a proper training plan - have a look at www.runnersworld.co.uk plenty of info there.
 
My top tip is listen to your body - if you have a persistent niggly pain don't ignore it.

When I was training for a marathon I developed a pain at the back of my knee any time I ran more than 8 miles. I chose to ignore it because I was at a critical stage in the training plan and it didn't last long after I finished running. Anyway, it "went" big time during the marathon itself; I struggled to 17 miles before having to admit defeat.

I'd badly strained my ACL, needed physio and couldn't do any serious exercise for almost a year. :(
 
jpenno said:
http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/forum/forummessages.asp?UTN=115194&URN=6&dt=4&srchdte=0&cp=253&v=6&sp=

most races in USA have a ban, if using an IPOD you cant hear people approaching from behind and are a danger to others.
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Fair points, and totally understandable, but I personally would not go running without one, as I would get ridiculously bored. And for 26 miles? It would seem like a lifetime with no music! I was contemplating running a longer distance race (half or full marathon) at some point now I've started to get back into shape - I guess I have my decision made for me, which is a shame.
 
leaney said:
Evening,

I've just entered the 2013 Brighton Marathon and this will be my first time.

Is anyone able to offer me some tips please?

Training will start next month as I plan on punching in a good time but I'm sure they'll be loads I need to learn!

Thanks
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It really depends on how serious you are about getting a good time.

If you are, then set aside at least 6 months - if you want to run a comfortable race within yourself. This can only be done with proper serious training, and as has already been said, if you have any niggles at all, the Marathon will find them out!

When you've built up your distance and do your long run, always do it on the same day that the race will be on, and also the same start time to get you accustomed to running at that time of day.

There's a saying in running about the Marathon - the first 20 miles are easy, it's all about the last 6 miles. If you've done your training and the long runs you'll find that saying very true.

And yes I have done the London Marathon, at age 43 and my target time was under 4 hours,
I came in at 3hrs 46mins.
I trained for the best part of a year and felt really good at the finish with no after effects! :)

From what I remember, the Brighton Marathon is quite a toughie and is run on different terrains - roads, downland, farmers fields and tracks, so build that in to your training.
 
If you see older runners in front of you give them a bit of space, don't go barging through them.

When your done, don't hang about on the finish line as there will be others waiting to come through. If someone does accidently run through the finish line while your there, don't get nicking there running shoes.


;) :whoo: :D
 
leaney said:
Evening,

I've just entered the 2013 Brighton Marathon and this will be my first time.

Is anyone able to offer me some tips please?

Training will start next month as I plan on punching in a good time but I'm sure they'll be loads I need to learn!

Thanks
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Get a check up from your GP especially if you're middle aged and not been running that long. I know someone at work who lost a lot of weight in a year , then became fanatical about running. Collapsed and had a heart attack on a 10K run recently. Its not the first story I've heard about this sort of thing.

I dont mean to scare monger and it may not apply here but advice to anyone who goes from zero to hero - be sensible with it.
 
Hi!

I ran the Brighton Marathon last Sunday and managed to play golf on Tuesday, so it can't be that bad!

My top tip is just to not stress and start running slowly.

You don't need to be hugely fit to run a marathon - but the key is to get your body used to spend lots of time on its feet. Time running is more important than distance, in my opinion.

It's way off yet, so I would just focus on getting fit generally (e.g. losing weight if you need to) and then from around October onwards concentrate on the running more seriously, gradually building your mileage up.

Brighton is a good marathon - I've run London twice and Brighton twice and would recommend Brighton over London.
 
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