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My First Marathon: What Got Me to the Finish Line
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items I crossed the finish line of my best half-marathon yet under 2 hours and the decision to train for a full marathon was instant. I did realize at the time that it meant 5 months of fitting training around work, figuring out fuelling, and learning what...
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My Training Tech & Tools
Shoes That Went the Distance
Fuel for the Long Run
Comfortable Miles: Socks, Clothing & Chafe Prevention
Training Program
My Training Tech & Tools
5 star run and strength training tracking, 4 stars for music and sleep tracking.
Garmin Venu 4, 45mm Black Silicone Smartwatch
99% HR accuracy, compatible with most running watches and phones.
Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap
I used chatGPT pro to analyse the TCX from all my runs and pick items to improve and modify subsequent workouts appropriately
ChatGPT Plan | Pro
Shoes That Went the Distance
I did most of my runs in a park, so I needed to invest in shoes that could handle the trails, loose soil, gravel, steep climbs and descends, both in the dry and when it rained. But I also knew that the Standard Chartered Marathon I'd signed up would ...
My most used shoe, I probably covered more than 100 miles in this particular set. Cushioned, stable and grippy, also gives very respectable performance on the road.
Brooks Men’s Cascadia 19 Mountain Trail Running Shoe
My go-to road shoes, light, cushioned, which is important as I'm 180lb. They protected my knees and ankles well, and helped my reached my highest speeds during the entire training block.
PUMA Mens Velocity Nitro 4 Running Sneakers Shoes
Race shoes! Super light weight, your hammies will thank you!
Nike AlphaFly 3 Men's Road Racing Shoes
Fuel for the Long Run
The importance of in-race fueling and replenishing electrolytes cannot emhasized enough
One every 30-35 minutes, no matter the distance covered.
GU Energy Roctane Ultra Endurance Gel 24ct
Replenishes electrolytes lost through sweat, prevents cramping!
Isotonic Drink – What Is It and Is It Healthy? Learn About
Comfortable Miles: Socks, Clothing & Chafe Prevention
Convenient pockets for gels, hydration, phone, and comfortable wear.
I was sceptical at first, but they help in place for the 42km run and the next 6 hours I was still kitted showing off my medal.
12Pcs Marathon Running Bib Clips Number Holder
Fits all my paraphenalia without a fuss.
Running Phone Holder Vest with 500ml Bottle
My feet hurt less when I switched to compression socks.
Lapulas Athletic Low Cut Cushioned Socks 6Pairs
Training Program
I prepared with three runs and two strength sessions each week: - Monday: Easy run. - Tuesday: Full-body strength training. - Wednesday: Rest. - Thursday: Quality run: hills, intervals, threshold, or steady efforts. - Friday: Reduced down full-body s...
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