Here is an expert advice for marathon training
“In the early phase of your marathon training, dedicate one speed workout to running 4 to 5 miles at your planned marathon pace. Gradually increase this over four or five weeks until you reach 7 to 8 miles and then incorporate the marathon pace miles into three or four of your cutback (10-to-12-mile) long runs. Make sure to warm up with a few easy miles, and then dial in your race pace. Keep in mind that this is not a license to race your long runs, but an opportunity to practice specific marathon pace. Over-running the pace defeats the purpose. Limit yourself to three or four marathon pace runs and no more than 10 miles at marathon pace. It's just like making chili; if you add too much spice, it ruins the recipe. “
Author, Marathoning for Mortals & Running for Mortals
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