LONG RUNS: Training Tips, Pace, Distance, How To Fuel + More!

[@marathonhandbook]

What did you guys think of the latest video? Any long run tips to share? Cheers!

[@padraigblaney6298]

Hi. For me I found it better to run long using HR zones, for me that's HR zone 2. Enjoyed the video. Thanks.

[@marathonhandbook]

@@padraigblaney6298 Yep, that works! I tend to guide runners based on RPE, which matches up well with HRZs. More here: marathonhandbook.com/rate-of-perceived-exertion/

[@DevinPA410]

I am nearing the end of my first marathon prep and wish I’d have seen this vid sooner. Weather was a factor here in Western PA-only got a few runs in over 16 miles, but other pieces of this vid I’m looking forward to incorporating next go round.

[@Deiefe]

Thanks for all the tips! this is amazing 😀

[@Stinkythesmall]

Hi! Thanks for all the info in your videos and for the training plans 👍 Question about racing a half marathon as preparation for a marathon. In this video you mention running the half at your goal mara pace, but what if you can go faster? Is it beneficial to race to your fullest for the half? I'm hoping to get a sub 1:50 for an upcoming half as a milestone towards (potential) readiness for a sub 4 mara. I'm conscious of the rule of thumb of doubling your HM time +20mins = marathon time. Just got me thinking about my pace for the upcoming half. Cheers

[@marathonhandbook]

it's a less conservative approach, but if you're keen to set a good HM time then 1:50 is likely an achievable target!

[@wemheuer22]

I found it a good summary on all essential parts to do a Long Run. Thanks for that! I struggle with early morning long runs and fueling upfront as I need a good hour to digest and that means getting up very early on weekends. Maybe smaller portions and more fueling during race?

[@marathonhandbook]

Jens, it's a constant discussion point - how to fuel early morning long runs. Smaller portions + more fueling during the run definitely help. Try mixing up what you're eating before your long runs, as different food takes longer to digest for different people. I find bananas are easy to eat ... I actually tend to find that some leftovers from the previous day work well (esp. pasta!). Hope this helps!

[@nrobertson33]

Another very informative video thank you

[@marathonhandbook]

Cheers Nick! Thomas

[@jayantnagarkar1018]

Very informative useful video , thanq

[@marathonhandbook]

Welcome 😊

[@ss8587]

Hi.. for beginners, in walk&run method, the first long runs per week, when should we stop to walk as I’m a complete beginner in running and not sure how often to stop for walks for long runs..

[@gormfrederiksen4280]

Very good thanks

[@marathonhandbook]

Most welcome

[@UlyssesFletcher]

I am training for the Chevron Houston marathon. Do you use and Apple Watch to train?

[@neilwtalbot1]

Great stuff here, thanks....question - I struggle with dropping my pace during my long run and often find myself walking to reduce my average pace/heart rate...will this have the same benefits or do i really need to be running at a slower consistent pace

[@c.l.4497]

I am always really hungry during a long run. I do eat a meal before my run and wait 1.5 hours before the long run. I know its weird but I end up eating boiled eggs to stave off my hunger.

[@marathonhandbook]

I recently learned that eggs have small quantities of every vitamin and mineral in them - awesome food! Boiled are also very easy to digest, so this makes a lot of sense!