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Marathon Training Academy

Race Recap: The Tokyo Marathon 🇯🇵

Mar 21, 2024
Join us as we explore the unique Tokyo Marathon experience, from strict race guidelines and aid stations to personal achievements and records. Hear about the cultural nuances of Japanese running, the emotional journey of enduring a marathon, and the post-race meetup at a craft brewery. Discover the impact of morning supplements on runners' health, along with thrilling tales of snake encounters and the significance of Ekiden relay races in Japan.
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  • Tokyo Marathon has strict cutoff times and abundant aid stations with various food options for runners.
  • Cultural differences at Tokyo Marathon include limited physical contact among spectators and ample run doctors providing aid.

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Overview of the Marathon Training Academy Podcast

The Marathon Training Academy podcast episode recaps the Tokyo Marathon, highlighting the unique aspects of the race, such as its strict cutoff times and the details of the course. The episode delves into the race logistics, including the starting area procedures and the abundance of aid stations offering various food options to runners. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of hydration, the use of UCan energy gels, and the enthusiastic crowd support along the course.

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