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The Running Explained Podcast
s3/e34 Improving as a Marathoner Over Time with Coach Jessie Gruca
Sep 14, 2023
Coach Jessie Gruca, a 25-time marathoner and Running Explained Coach, talks about the biggest marathon training mistakes, the importance of fueling and hydration, and the difference between novice and experienced marathoners. She also discusses key marathon workouts for experienced runners, proper pacing strategies, and building mental toughness in training.
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- Proper fueling and hydration have become essential for marathon success, leading to stronger performances and reduced fatigue.
- Mental toughness is crucial in marathon running, requiring strategies to overcome challenges, adapt goals, and push through rough patches.
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Importance of Coaching and Training Progression
In this podcast episode of Running Explained, host Elizabeth talks to guest Jessie Gruka, a 25-time marathoner and running coach. They discuss the evolution of being a marathoner and the mistakes made in the beginning. They emphasize the importance of having a coach to guide your training and progress over time. Jessie shares her own experiences of starting as a new runner, training for marathons, and realizing the need for a running coach. They also discuss the challenges of training and racing marathons after having children and offer advice on finding the right balance.
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