There isn’t just one reason to start a marathon project, or just start running but many. Some people are inspired by the sport’s competition and fight, desire for financial profit or to move personal boundaries, others for health reasons. Some people run for something bigger than themselves, for charity, etc. Besides, people have different abilities, talents, and levels to cope with the marathon distance! The aim is to arm you with the basics to inspire you and get started.
If you’ve ever watched a big city marathon and felt that spark—like maybe, just maybe—you could be out there too, you’re not alone. I started as a curious, engaged spectator at the Copenhagen Marathon and ended up training for my first 42K. In this post, I’ll share how I went from watching on the sidelines … Read more
Spring is a perfect choice for a beginner 5k training plan. Spring is probably the season we look forward to with the greatest longing. In particular, since winter is the coldest time of the year, often with snow and frost in many areas, and short days. The sun is low, animals and plants hibernate or … Read more
What is marathon running today? At the 1896 Olympics in Athens, which was the first organized marathon, there were just 17 athletes on the start line! The winner from this first race finished in a time of 2:58:50. Marathon running has come a long way since then. Today this would be a normal finish time … Read more
So, What Is Marathon Race and the 6 Great Marathon majors? We look at marathon races, development, health benefits, great running experiences and access to the 6 marathon majors. A Marathon is a 42,195 km long race and a classic long-distance discipline in athletics. Today, many Capitals and big cities arrange marathon races. They are … Read more
If you search on google with search terms like “running calendar 2023” or similar in your country with your own language, it’s pretty certain that you can find an annual running event calendar. Then you can choose a race that suits you in either your current shape or the one you want to have for … Read more
Maybe you know about starting running training, it goes well but then you stop after a few weeks? Or do you feel that your shape is not getting better even if you run several times a week? Lack of variation or challenges in the running training, often means that we lose motivation after a short … Read more