How to Conquer Your First Marathon (And Stay Sane!)

18/02/2025 31 min
How to Conquer Your First Marathon (And Stay Sane!)

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Episode Synopsis

🎙️ Ever thought about running a marathon but felt overwhelmed by the challenge? In this episode, we take you on an inspiring and relatable journey into the highs, lows, and quirks of marathon running. Perfect for runners, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking to crush their goals, this second episode delivers actionable tips, heartfelt stories, and plenty of laughs.🏃‍♀️ Whether you're training for your first marathon or looking to rekindle your love for running, this episode is packed with expert advice and motivational stories to keep you moving forward.👉 Subscribe now and hit the notification bell to get ready to hit your stride!💬 Comment below: Are you planning to run a marathon soon? If so, which one? And what’s your biggest fear or challenge about running your first marathon?#marathontraining #beginnerrunners #marathonmotivation #runningtips #endurancerunning #fitnesspodcast #nutritionforrunners #mentalstrategiesformarathoners #marathongeartips #achievingfitnessgoals💡 Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss:00:00 Revamping Uplift Conversations00:40 The dread of running a first marathon01:08 The Marathon Journey Begins01:35 The quirkiness of a wine marathon02:50 Training Insights and Mental Strategies05:31 Positive Peer Pressure and Community Motivation09:03 Nutrition and Hydration Essentials10:51 “Runner’s girl math” Breaking Down Long Runs13:10  “21K is Not Halfway”14:06 The Famous "Wall", complete with crying and cramps17:08 What’s the best marathon?20:03 “Don’t Wear Anything New on Race Day”21:59 Bone-Conducting Headphones, what are they?25:49 Can Anyone Run a Marathon?29:21 The perks of every run being a PB