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The Strength Running Podcast

Coaching Q&A: Long-Term Marathon Training, Increasing Mileage, & Weightlifting Frequency

Jan 9, 2025
Discover how community coaching can enhance your marathon training. Learn strategies for gradually increasing mileage after injury, while balancing strength training frequency. Uncover the benefits of cross-training and treadmill workouts, especially for runners in flat terrains. Dive into the importance of understanding VO2 max and lactate thresholds, and how they influence your training. Plus, explore tips for managing training schedules around busy lives and the advantages of adjusting rest days.
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Quick takeaways

  • Integrating mileage increases with consistent strength training is vital for enhancing marathon performance and supporting injury recovery.
  • Incorporating shorter races during training helps improve speed, allowing athletes to build fitness before committing to a marathon training cycle.

Deep dives

Maximizing Marathon Performance

To enhance marathon performance, it is essential to focus on both mileage and strength training. The discussion highlights how an athlete achieved their marathon PR with a peak mileage of 55 miles per week, emphasizing the role of strength training in their success. The strategy includes incorporating shorter distance races to improve speed before transitioning into a dedicated marathon training cycle. This approach allows runners to build a solid fitness base while preparing for the intensity of marathon training.

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