How Do I Train For My First Ever Marathon?

[@runningchannel]

Are you training for a marathon? How are you findings your training? Have you got any tips for Sarah? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to give Sarah a like to cheer her on!

[@paulinegoddard5361]

Hard work training for marathon but worth every day 30k last week’s long run longer tomorrow but 4 weeks until my first marathon

[@runningchannel]

Best of luck for your marathon Pauline! Do let us know how it goes 😀

[@mjcossel6136]

I’m also training for my first marathon this October! Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@vergnetp]

it doesnt seem like you genuinely enjoy running 😆

[@ldickens86]

I just did my first this morning. Followed the Garmin intermediate HR plan. It was hard but managed the sub 4hr I wanted. 3hr54 :-)

[@dilekguzel2364]

I believe longruns are the best part of the training, the feeling of stopping your watch after 15-20 km in the weekend and going back home for a big breakfast are the best feelings!

[@runningchannel]

Ah yes! That big breakfast can be a great motivator 😊

[@jltorresm]

Agreed long runs are the best!

[@adalieze]

I get more runners high on long runs than on shorter ones

[@derrunn3r613]

Big breakfast is indeed a great motivator!

[@FRFC2020]

Nothing but a peanut

[@katemcgrath254]

This series is so inspiring, thank you. I can run 10km now, and I am considering running a marathon next year when I turn 42.

[@josiegjackson]

Very fitting 42K for 42! Well done.

[@donalddarko3676]

Work your way up to a half first, dont just jump to a marathon for the sake of it. If you want it to be enjoyable and not just a crawl across the line in agony that is.

[@rtripps81]

Did you do it?

[@katemcgrath254]

@@rtripps81 2 weeks time! Training is going well.

[@markiemannie]

@@katemcgrath254 good luck! Rooting for you

[@jyotirmaydeb3153]

Honestly telling that your Running Channel is an inspiration for all youngsters and all. There is so much to learn from your channel for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and keeping ourselves fit. So I would definitely congratulate the Running 🏃 Channel.

[@disemvowel4846]

Loving this series, it's making marathon training seem at least... 40% less terrifying. I would love to see a video on actually fitting marathon training into your life, without it completely taking over

[@runningchannel]

Thank you! Glad you're enjoying the series and thank you for the suggestion. Watch this space for episode 3 😊

[@laurelwebb5608]

Watching this as I’m warming up for my own run. Thanks for the inspiration! I am so so guilty of skipping the strength training!

[@runningchannel]

Have fun Laurel! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@er48021]

watching you is inspiring, I am in the middle of doing just my base as I am starting to run after a 6 month break. I was a 14:33 5k runner in college and this will be my 1st marathon on Oct 3rd of 2024. I will be 61. I am going to take it really slow getting ready and doing heart rate training for my base for the next 3 months as I watched the other video on your channel and I have done the 180-my age and I am working hard to keep it at that and still run a distance my goal for the first month is to get 20 miles a week for the first 2 weeks then the next 2 get to 30 miles a week then slowly move up from there, all the while watching my HR. Thank you and your channel for such great content!!!

[@brittanyglenn3227]

Lol sometimes when I’m anxious during runs I rap the fresh prince theme song to the rhythm of my steps. Glad to know I’m not the only one who sings to herself! 😂

[@runningchannel]

Haha, love this Brittany! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@kleingeld6132]

I do it too whenever I get tired, to keep me going 🙈

[@crowbar_the_rogue]

I don't sing to myself, but I do change the pitch of my breathing to kind of whistle. Only I usually do it unintentionally and it gets really annoying after a while.

[@MartinHunt]

I sing also, sorry Letchworth for the noise pollution!

[@pepperminttea2460]

This is brilliant 😂👍🏻

[@wdalesmith]

I’m just starting out and love this channel. You all are so inspiring and informational.

[@runningchannel]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@pepperminttea2460]

Congratulations! 🌻

[@gestaltgal]

My favorite kit is my long running shorts. I have defeated my chafe with these! Keep up the great training 💪 for long runs, I definitely load up on several podcasts, but I take a break between each of them just to listen to my feet hit the ground. Each running surface has a different sound, and I enjoy hearing my feet taking such good care of me :-)

[@crowbar_the_rogue]

'Long running shorts' sounds kind of contradictory.

[@duckyluver12]

@@crowbar_the_rogue Go look up Courtney Dauwalter if you need long running shorts inspiration. She usually wears basketball length shorts for her ultras.

[@AutisticArtandArchaeology]

I’m also training for my first marathon! I’m running it on my 43rd birthday. These videos are so inspiring and it’s really helping me keep up with the training.

[@AsherBabu]

Truly a running channel with most of them training for their marathons.

[@SirNick287]

Really enjoying this series…I’m still a beginner getting into running but the biggest thing that’s helped my runs is getting good quality running shoes! :)

[@susierobertson2703]

It's great to hear about your workouts Sarah! I look forward to follow your training plan with you as I also train for my marathon. My favourite bit of kit that I ever owned is my Ghost 13 Brooks shoes. Love them!

[@jimc5000]

You’re a legend Sarah! Why don’t you just set your intervals up on your garmim? Just go into run and quick press left middle button then select intervals and you can just set it up..works great and counts then for you and the duration/pace etc 👍

[@8960056]

I've thought the same. It's going to make her life so much easier!

[@dtrjones]

Yeah, a word of caution here. I've followed my Garmin on short sprint runs I do on-road and ended up with a muscle strain because I pushed off awkwardly or had to make a sudden turn to avoid hitting something in the way. For me just finding a park fits the bill best and doing consistent loops in the park is a great way to measure progress more accurately.

[@jimc5000]

yeah I totally agree with this...no doubt best place of all for the intervals is the track, I'm quite lucky in that living right out in the sticks there are country roads that 99% of the time there is nothing on so belting out the 400/800''s is always OK...just getting a treadmill sorted actually for the winter so I can really focus on the intervals whatever the weather and with no danger...have a lot of misgivings about moving to some treadmill work after a year and a half on the trails and roads but hey Mo Farah reckons its the way to go and who I am to argue with that legend :)

[@hannahx7506]

I am currently training for the London marathon which will be my first marathon, and motivation is at an all time low so this video came at a perfect time! Keep going Sarah👏🏻👏🏻

[@Jmloveee]

Good luck!!

[@runningchannel]

You got this Hannah! Good luck with the rest of your training and thanks for watching 😊

[@johnwallace7675]

Hannah your first Marathon will remember for the rest 0f your life it will be your PB all the best 100 club superman it will be my 36 London Marathon

[@hannahx7506]

Thank you. I am really looking forward to it and hope it is the first of many marathons😌

[@JonasandFahrenheit]

Cheering you on Sarah, you’ve got this! It’s comforting to know that even someone more experienced with running like you are still get nervous before doing a long run!!

[@scubaculture]

For long runs I have no music, podcasts et al. May sound odd, but once I am 20/30 minutes in my brain just seems to switch off. No negative thoughts, no stressing about work, just calmness and clarity. It's an amazing feeling.

[@WordShaker95]

Just started running, my favourite bit of kit is a spunge towel - wet it through and it stays cool by itself. Perfect for during/ after a run. Trying to psych myself up for my first ever park run 😬

[@AnnaKaempfeSchultz]

Just finished my long run. 12 mi! my longest ever. Wearing Saloman XA shorts which are my new favorite, they have great pockets and are quite comfortable.

[@runningchannel]

Well done Anna! That's brilliant! 😊

[@casshiffs]

It is so inspiring following your journey as I’m currently on the edge of signing up for my first marthon myself, I just have a little lack of confidence pressing the button, but this series really give me a boost in the right direction!

[@glynspence3644]

Go for it! You’ll be great. Just remember “Finish lines, not finish times” and “comparison is the thief of joy” …it’s almost like words of wisdom have been passed down to me from some sort of higher being 😂. Thank you The Running Channel

[@Kelly_Ben]

DOOO IIIIT!!! It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking "there's NO WAY I can do that...". Maybe you're right TODAY, but a couple months of training from today you'll be a different runner! One of my favorite sayings is "Choose a goal so big that you can't achieve it until you grow into the person who can. " You've got this!

[@runningchannel]

Haha, I know it can be daunting, but you'll not regret it! Do it, click that button! 😊

[@johnwallace7675]

My first Marathon in 1986 up to date I have run 344 and raised £64000 pounds for different charities press the button 100 club superman

[@lisabox2404]

I felt like this too but plucked up the courage and doing my first next year. At first I didnt tell anyone lol but now I say it out loud it feels more real!

[@kallem.2979]

This series is so inspiring, thank you so much Sarah! I’m into the first steps to training for a marathon next year myself and it feels a daunting task. I just came to a point where I felt like I need to turn my life around both physically and mentally and there is very convincing evidence that training for a marathon accomplishes both. I’ve always loved running, but for the past decade the runs’ve been fading away. Getting some help for ignition and tending the fire from you guys is very much appreciated!

[@julieburton7393]

I’ve had to pull out of Manchester so I’m very jealous watching you train. Good luck, you’re smashing it!

[@runningchannel]

Oh no, Julie! So sorry to hear this! Have you deferred because of an injury?

[@thebestloserever]

My favourite is probably my headphones! One thing I've been doing to cope with my brain telling me to stop/give up half way round is bringing a marker pen with me, and taking a tally of when that happens and I don't stop! It's been really helpful, and it's nice to get back and have a record of how hard I worked mentally as well as physically! Good luck with your training! You're going so well!

[@Shevock]

Long runs. I use music, audiobooks and podcasts. In addition to spending some time without, getting used to running without the distraction. But none of them really keep my attention for more than 20 minutes or so. I've lately kept my phone in my hand so I can switch up what I'm listening to easily as well as snap photos of deer and pretty birds I see along the routes.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for sharing this Dan, definitely good to have the phone on hand so you can switch up playlists etc. 😊

[@irismatos5909]

Thank you so much for inspiring me to run❤ 44 year’s old and I’m running 10k.I’m looking forward to running longer and faster 😊

[@mathilde569]

Best piece of running kit : easy, my Altra Torin ! I could run every kind of run with them and they are so pretty as well 😊

[@hayleythomson6306]

I just did my first half marathon a few months ago! Im considering doing a marathon soon this is great motivation :) during long runs i enjoy listening to podcasts

[@isalemos2061]

Amazing job Sarah! I’ll be in Amsterdam for the half and hopefully will spot you in the marathon and cheer you on ☺️ my favorite kit is this running shorts I found in an outlet on sale that, although they are loose fit, they never come up the leg, so no chafing at all! Can’t find them anywhere anymore, so I’m very careful when washing them as I want them to last forever hahah

[@runningchannel]

Ah great to hear Isa! See you in Amsterdam 😊

[@tonymayer9903]

My hat is my favourite piece of kit. It’s accompanied me on so many runs with different shoes/shorts/shirts that it’s special.

[@carolbrough9787]

Cracking stuff, keeping me motivated to slowly build up my fitness again after injury. Looking forward to being able to do longer runs again - I like to plan a mini adventure getting a bus/train somewhere & running home 😊.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Carol! Wishing you a speedy recovery! We like a mini adventure too 😊

[@dabascom]

You are doing great, Sarah! I save my favorite podcasts for my long runs so I have something to look forward to. Thanks for sharing your journey. Keeps me motivated!

[@colinlittlewood9613]

Can't agree that long runs are the worst part of Marathon training, for me they are the best! I usually take the opportunity to explore new routes and see new places, forget about numbers and just enjoy seeing new places!

[@mr.onbekend7959]

Well, in my opinon 80 mins arent even long runs

[@colinlittlewood9613]

@@mr.onbekend7959 it would have been a long run for you once upon a time and will be for a lot of people watching this video. As I'm sure you know, you don't just start doing 80 minute runs, you have to build up to that and maybe beyond.

[@runningchannel]

That's great, Colin! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@crowbar_the_rogue]

@@colinlittlewood9613 From what I know about the science of running, 80 minutes isn't too long because until around 15 kilometers the body has no trouble finding fuel. It's after that that the suffering starts. Though I can't claim to be speaking from experience.

[@colinlittlewood9613]

@@crowbar_the_rogue My point is it is all relative. I've done 22 Marathons so for me 80 minutes isn't a daunting prospect, but there was a time when I found running for 20 minutes hard and running for 80 minutes would have been unthinkable, even with perfect fuelling, because my base fitness was too low. Almost everyone can progress from where I was then to where I am now, but it is not an easy process and certainly not a quick one either.

[@louisehoare1977]

I have been running in Mizuno wave riders since I did the c25k in 2019! They are fab shoes and your so right I have never had a blister in them! Currently running in the 24s so due an upgrade to the 25s! Fab video, your doing great with your training. My long runs if on my own tend to save up my podcasts and listen to them back to back its like having a friend in my ear, I try not to listen to music on the long run the podcasts help me keep steady pace and not go to quick 😀

[@michaelnorton2112]

Keep up the good work, inspirational seeing you go through the highs and low's of Marathon training. Very relatable, in showing we all go through these stages physically and mentally. Keep going with the good content.

[@abigailmedic2164]

Watching this for motivation to do tomorrow’s long run. My favourite piece of kit is probably my watch (Garmin Venu), I am able to program workouts which means it vibrates at each change. Just keep running, just keep running.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Abigail! Enjoy your run tomorrow!

[@kleighfield]

Really enjoyed watching your weeks training session. I did the Running Channel's training session and was absolutely exhausted when I had finished but being 65 maybe I should have not tried to keep up with Andy and Anna. My favourite piece of running gear is my Southern Vipers (bright orange) training shirt. Good luck in your training.

[@jonathanp181]

Impressive goal, Sarah! Keep it up!Long runs are actually my favorite workout, because it allows me to go and explore, run roads and trails where I would otherwise not get to and discover new, beautiful areas. That also brings me to my favorite piece of kit: my garmin FR245 music. I can map out my runs on garmin connect, or let garmin surprise me with an automatically generated course and then just follow the breadcrumb map on the watch, while tracking my run and listening to some music, or pause and just mindfully enjoying the moment and surroundings. I love it!

[@markwernet]

Thanks for being such a champ Sarah. Had been running for the last 2 months now and have learnt much by watching you guys... We thank and appreciate you for letting us be a part of your journey. Had also just downloaded a training plan and looking to get a sub 25 min 5k, thanks again. 🙂

[@camilamolina9083]

My favourite piece in my kit are my shoes. Having a good comfortable pair of running shoes also helps me to stay confident on my run. A piece of advice I can give to get through long runs is planning a route with something interesting in it, for example, I usually run in places nearby nature like forest trails, as well as I try to pass waterfalls or something pretty to see to keep me motivated through the whole run.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the tip, Camila, that's a great idea 😊

[@DonGivani]

Good luck !!!! I just ran today part of the Amsterdam route !!! Would have suggested to you Rotterdam Marathon for the overall experience, going threw the whole city, but Amsterdam my hometown is a nice treat as well , especially the part you enter the Olympic stadium at the end

[@runningchannel]

Oooh thank you! We'll have to check out Rotterdam next!

[@maryskakacz6774]

First time commenting ever, on any video. I just needed to express my support for your awesome content! I am training for my second marathon, and I feel like I get to train alongside and am inspired to keep going. Thank you! My favorite piece of running kit: Austyn run shorts - they are high-waisted and the band is smooth and doesn't chafe. They are the best for long runs.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks so much for watching Maryska! It's great to hear these videos are helping you with your own marathon training! Which marathon are you running?

[@maryskakacz6774]

@@runningchannel NYC in November!

[@luyandamakonese4238]

Favourite running kit for me are my Nike Pegasus 37 shoes. I completely agree with you Sarah about the importance of having confidence in your kit. I feel that my shoes can go through any terrain and are comfy for my long runs and even handle some cross country routes well. I've clocked nearly 600km in them now and I will frankly be sad to replace them as they have been fantastic

[@justanotherearthling8047]

I also did my long run today. Watching other people train always motivates me! Good luck everyone ❤️

[@rodionovivan]

I'm also trainig for my first marathon. It takes place next week. My favourite piece of equipment is my shoes (Nike pegasus 37) - allow me to run just how I want to. Recovery, speed,long runs - they does it all, and they so good looking. And for running I choose music. But it needs to choose carefully. When you tired, you dont want some soft jazz, but "hey, look ma, I made it" may cheer you up a lot. Right bpn music helps to keep the right cadence also.

[@kateroy6890]

Sarah, you are killing it! I just started training for an October half marathon with a friend..this will be our 3rd training cycle together this year. Having a buddy to get through the hard days with is great! It's a lot harder to skip a session when you've got somebody counting on you to be there! I use to exclusively train alone, but I've been having so much more fun with a running partner. Also really helpful when one of us falls into a negative headspace and we can talk each other up and support each other through it!

[@runningchannel]

Great tip thanks Kate! Best of luck for October 😀

[@inezdevos3962]

As someone that ran a marathon last sunday (also my first one) it's like I'm watching my self from a few weeks ago. It's really relateble and you're doing great. I know you are going to cruch it in Amsterdam. To get through the long runs, I try to get a buddy. It's not always possible to get someone to go the whole run so most of the time I'll start alone for the first 15-20 mins than I have someone join me for the rest and if it is a really long run I'll had to run the last miles also alone but by breaking the run down in smaller parts I find that the time goes by so much faster.

[@stephaniestone5133]

I totally will sing to myself as well!! My favorite piece of running gear are my Brooks Ghost 13's. Currently half-marathon training after having to take a bit of time off.

[@Rahema]

Loving this series, thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. I listen to podcasts most of the time on long runs, sometimes music depending on the mood x

[@TheEspy79]

Love the diary videos! The struggle is REAL with running in the heat and I learned that the hard way this morning. Keep up the good work Sarah!

[@siobhantindall4743]

I'm a newbie and so far my best bit of kit is my sports socks! Make such a difference to my feet. Thanks for all the great content, I'm learning so much and gaining so much confidence and motivation from you all!

[@shangkhoonong4918]

Hi Sarah, greetings from Melbourne! I have just finished week 8 of 16 of my plan. Training for Melbourne Marathon happening on Oct 10th! I noticed you wear a garmin watch! One tip for your interval session ~ pre-program your watch via Garmin Connect with the intervals you have in your training plan. That way the watch will beep at you at the preset time or distance intervals so you will never lose count again!

[@De-mooo-cracy]

I just got myself a Polar Ignite, you can program your intervals, so no need to keep count or look at the watch! A great feature since I am only doing intervals at the moment to build back up after a knee injury. Hope this works on your watch as well. Wave riders were my first running shoes, and still my favorite.

[@kentbeachy8862]

Absolutely program your watch. You need to look at it for an occasional pace check. Frees up a lot of mental space.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the tip, Anne 😊

[@lildeb2620]

Routing for you Sarah you will smash it! It's a half marathon am training for, my first running race. Love long runs and hill repeats hate speed drills. No music for me. Just myself and the dog. Trying to teach her left/right/ straight on and Noooooo not that way! Love this channel.

[@runningchannel]

Thank you 😊 best of luck for the half, do let us know how it goes!

[@candaceleung2056]

Way to go Sarah. I would not be able to do the long runs without my music. I find when my energy level is low and an awesome song comes on - it lifts me over the hump.

[@nawal7721]

Great video. I'm training for my first half marathon in Oct. My first ever and best kit i owe is hoka mach 4! My tip is run with someone for one of your training days and ask them to check the pace and interval times. It makes it a lot less stressful and easier to push each other mentally.

[@runningchannel]

Great tip thanks! Best of luck for the half marathon 😀

[@SilviaPallova]

Started training for my fist HM as well. Got motivated after first session of this series 😀 And also can understand the struggle during the heat. Pure hell! 🌞

[@patrick4015]

Training for Leiden marathon in October and i love my long runs. I try to take another route each time. It keeps my mind bussy and when i do a route twice i trend to bounce ideas around. Keep your mind bussy is the trick. I love my Coxa hydrationbackpack

[@lukasnyzio9716]

I just started to run one month and I’m really thankful to find this channel. You give me huge amount of important informations by shearing your experiences. Thank you so much!

[@runningchannel]

Great to hear Lukas!

[@timsmith6347]

Keep up the good work Sarah! Long runs are definitely my favourite. I don't tend to take music with me instead I use them to take in the present moment and relieve some mental stress. It's my time away from all the pressures of daily life. I finish feeling exhausted but amazing at the same time.

[@rebeccan5060]

It's so fun following your journey Sarah and seeing what's all involved with training for a marathon! Makes me think I can do it too as soon as my foot lets me run long distances again!! Best of luck!

[@brittalehmann]

favorite piece of kit has to be my saucony omni 13 - as they were the first pair of proper running shoes I ever bought :)

[@TonyDWonderful]

You are absolutely smashing it. I think that a marathon is beyond me but so glad that Parkrun is back. Keep it up. Amsterdam is calling.

[@amypenfold6486]

Great video, recently downloaded the marathon training plan from TRC website. Can’t wait to start!

[@sarahmcclure4672]

Currently coming back from some injuries and focusing on the 5K for now (have previously done a few marathons)…watching your training makes me excited to train in the spring! I’m a music person so a bomb playlist is a must for me-the songs that pick you up and motivate you when you’re wanting to give up…pulled me through many a long run. Also, I like to mix up my long run with an indoor triathlon…so a 90 min run vs a 30 min run/30 min bike/30 min swim…a couple of times throughout training.

[@algill71]

I love the weekend long eazy run after a weeks training..a good playlist, podcasts,find your pace and let it pass you by...also the really long ones I try to find a route that brings me home without doubling back on the route...keep it up,you're doing great...🏃👍

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Alan 😊

[@venture1883]

Also training for my first Marathon in October and just wrapped up week 11 with a 20 miler. I had some sharp and dull hip pain but started incorporating even more hip exercises and stretching. Keep up with the strength and your body will thank you!

[@andidavies717]

Favourite bit of kit is deffo my garmin watch! Tracks all my activities, simply love it.

[@katarzynatubielewicz6200]

I'm a reader. I love to read. At the beginning of my running journey, I`ve hated it. I has stolen my time for reading, it's been long and it's been boring. But then I`ve discovered audiobooks. And it's change my attitude tremendously. And it's helped me to fell in love with running. Try to listen something that you love. Sometimes I make another lap just to finish a chapter of a book ;) My favorite kit are my sports bras ;) Without them I wouldn't be able to run ;)

[@jolinemooney8098]

Love your guys channel. I am jumping from 1/2 marathon to a 50k. This series is very inspiring. My long runs are either quieting my mind or podcasts. My fav kit item is my hydration vest. Hate holding onto things or putting them in my pockets. To many broken phones lol

[@tinamay7119]

Favorite running kit item is racing bib magnets. It was a birthday gift in 2019. I wasn’t able to use them until May 2021. Beats having to pin holes on your favorite running shirt. I have tried podcasts and can’t listen to episodes very long. I have several running playlists with various tempos to break up my runs. Currently training for my first half marathon in October.

[@runningchannel]

Great tips thanks Tina! Best of luck for your race 😃

[@madarachnid]

Yes Sarah! Go for it! I love your almost energy and almost psychotic enthusiasm. Where have you been all my life? October is still 2 months away, you've got no worries at all. 🤘

[@runningchannel]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Kelly_Ben]

Way to go Sarah! Being a solo runner, it's reassuring seeing others go through the same struggles I do on their way to their goals. My favorite piece of kit is my ultimate direction vest. I wear it on all runs over 45-60 minutes to carry keys, TP, water and snacks, and extra layers/ first aid if I'm on a more remote trail. It's so comfortable I forget I have it on, but I know I've got everything I need on my back.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Kelly! Thanks for the tip on the vest too!

[@anitawesterveld7244]

You've got this Sarah, you are such an inspiration!! I love long runs, they are my favorite runs, the longer the better, specifically long trails. Always with my trail buddy, food and drink in my vest and go!! Good luck with your training!!

[@runningchannel]

Thank you so much!

[@juanluna6877]

I love and enjoy long runs. Definitely helps to run on beautiful Florida, USA trails. Much better than running on city roads.

[@dtrjones]

Good to see your progress, Sarah. I'm doing the VLM in October so in the same fight you are. For short intervals I pick a park with a loop in it around 400-800 meters, the park loop I run has a Strava segment so that captures my performances (so long as you know where the start is!). it takes me 15 minutes to get to the park which is a nice warm up, I do 6-8 hard laps with a rest lap in-between and then do an easy 15 minutes home to cool down.

[@ssp236]

Loving this channel from NY, finding it helpful to stay on top of my training especially the hard stuff like strength and long runs! Keep it up

[@shielavasquez7161]

I have just finished couch to 5k and started doing park runs. So far I’m enjoying running with people and I look forward to start my weekend with Parkrun. I have been kindly gifted a pair of CloudX for Christmas and it’s my favourite pair to run with.Lovely video to watch x

[@mackenziebelanger167]

So inspiring Sarah! I play audio workouts during my long runs- helps mix it up a bit! When they run out I work on counting out my cadence until I get home.

[@lisaglover5010]

Great work on the training! I like to listen to an audio book on my long run. Makes me look forward to my run so I can get back to my book!

[@TammyLouisexx]

Oh no, that strength workout is INSANE! Well done on another week, you're doing so well!! xx

[@ontrider]

Great job Sarah. I'm training for a half marathon and wearing the Mizuno Wave Rider 24s.. They are amazing!

[@juulphilippart9612]

Love that you are taking us with you in your training and your thoughts!

[@barnes23e3]

I'm about to do my first park run tomorrow. Love your videos so much I'm training for a half marathon.

[@Ant-yk2fn]

I hate strength days (and the idea of them) but can appreciate their importance. Watching this got me thinking to wear my run kit to get in the right (and same) mindset for strength as I do running. Thank you!

[@mrsb5646]

My favourite bit of running kit has to be my compression sleeves. Having suffered terrible shin splints last year they’ve really made a difference after a long recovery.

[@jenniferoregan8631]

What a great week 🙌 Sarah you are really looking fit and strong- well done! My favourite piece of running kit has to be my shorts, decathlon 2in1...they are brilliant for long runs, no chaffing and so comfy! Look forward to more running updates 😀

[@broganbaraglia3558]

You and Anna make marathon training seem so achievable! I've picked a BHAG which I have my sights set on for my birthday present to myself in six months time, and plan to follow your footsteps and use this training plan to set myself up for success. Not sure what I should do for my mental game on the long runs either, I'll have to keep watching you for more ideas! My favourite piece of my kit is body glide! As someone who is prone to chafing on my thighs it's been a real game changer!

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for your support Brogan

[@jonnyhudd30]

running Belfast on 3rd October after it was cancelled last year. Ran 18 miles this morning, my longest run yet and a little further than I got before the marathon was cancelled last year! Feet up for the rest of the day 😁 Good luck!

[@runningchannel]

Well-earned feet up, Jonathan! Well done to you! Good luck with the rest of your training 😊

[@K1msalab1m]

You’re well on your way to Amsterdam Sarah! I totally believe you’ll get to that finish, and it’s such an amazing one, in the Olympic Stadium. 😍 I’m currently training for Rotterdam Marathon, Oct, 24th. My favorite marathon kit has my first name on it. Sometimes it’s only in small print on the Bib, but with big letters on my marathon singlets everyone along the course knows what my name is. And it helps! Complete strangers cheering me on: go Kim! Looking strong Kim! Yayyyy Kim! They probably don’t even realize how helpful that is in the second part of the race. I’d love to enter for the Mizuno kit, could use something new now that I’m the not so proud owner of a few extra lockdown pounds. 😜 Working on it, but boy, some of my tights and shirts are really tight atm. 😩

[@janetwaring5853]

Thanks for sharing your journey! I am running the Brighton marathon - 1st marathon ever (!!) - so really appreciate seeing what you are doing too!

[@runningchannel]

Fantastic, Janet! Good luck with your training!

[@runningman9914]

i joined a running club and now can always find someone to do the long runs with this always helps as so many people training for a marathon you can normally find a running partner

[@spe279]

I am so pleased you said you struggled with the mental part, I have the same around 11 mile mark where my brain just gives up and demands I head home right away

[@alisonS4708]

Well done Sarah! So excited to see another episode of your Marathon training! I'd encourage you to put your interval workout onto your watch - I'm pretty technically challenged but I googled it and followed the instructions I found. It makes it so much easier and instead of thinking about the time, you can focus on form and pace until you get the beep/buzz.

[@golrush007]

I never listen to anything while running, and I honestly find that the clear headspace, thoughts and ideas that flow during a long run helps me get through it. The other thing that is really helpful with long runs is running with other people. I do lots of my long runs with a group of runners from my club. Company can be very helpful!

[@xtonyc]

I enjoy the peace and quiet also while out. If I do put something on, I keep the volume very low, and its just different background noise and not making me actually listen.

[@natashacnossen]

You got this! Whenever I lose momentum in my running schedule, watching content like this really helps me find some motivation to stay dedicated to the plan 😊

[@VindigoBlack]

My Nike zoom shoes are my fav. I'm not big into running gear as it's pretty expensive where I live but a good pair of shoes goes so far! I'll never forget the first time I ran in proper shoes, I felt like I was flying! Good luck with the training. You got this!

[@Running_for_His_glory]

Thanks for sharing your journey with us, Sarah! For your intervals, have you tried to create a custom workout on your Garmin Connect, the watch can thru the bips/vibrations what you need to do next. As for long runs, for me, I adopt a grateful and thankful attitude, thinking if those who can’t. All the best!

[@marywilliams7927]

I have several pieces of favourite running kit! The best thing I got recently was Brooks Ghost 17 shoes and the trouble I’ve been having with blisters and Achilles tendinitis have disappeared I had with my old daily shoes! Wow. I also love my Saucony Speeds.

[@peedro711]

We’ll done Sarah, keep going like this and you’ll breeze it in. I’ve tried music, podcasts, singing. The best for me when I can’t get in that “zone” is just finding rhythm in my breathing, and just settling into it. Nothing exciting, but it works.

[@runningchannel]

Thank you! Will do!