Not a Sprint

Lessons in marathon running: How to hit peak fitness and freshness on race day

Part 8: In the final four weeks before the Dublin Marathon, there is plenty of tactical advice to ensure you are race ready on the day

Mon Oct 02 2023 - 06:00

Part 7: Sticking to the plan even when it goes astray — endurance and commitment on and off the road are key

Mon Sept 04 2023 - 05:00

Part 6: At some point, late in the race, your glycogen levels will start running on empty - so what do you do then?

Mon Aug 07 2023 - 06:00

Part 5: There is that tendency to push too far and too often, as if every training run must somehow count

Mon Jul 03 2023 - 05:00

Part 4: Running at singing pace – advice from the trained marathon expert

Mon Jun 05 2023 - 05:00

Part 3: Most of the comprehensive training plans begin six months in advance, others reckon four months is about enough

Mon May 08 2023 - 05:00

Part 2: Why you should get into the habit of doing morning runs

Mon Apr 03 2023 - 05:00

No other sporting event delights in the long countdown more than this classic distance

Mon Mar 06 2023 - 05:00