If you're new to the marathon distance, this plan will guide you to the Start Line
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Event Day Essentials
It's time to pick your Training Plan
Whether it is your first Event Day or you have several medals at home already, following an effective Training Plan is a key part of your journey to the Finish Line.
You can download our Official Training App, Coopah, below for a plan tailored to you, or we have free plans for the marathon distance and 10K.
Below the plans, you'll also find training tips and tricks.
Marathon training plans
Want a personalised Training Plan?
Meet Coopah - our Official Training App and the 24/7 coach in your pocket. No rigid plans. No one-size-fits-all training. Just personalised, adaptive coaching that moves with your life.
To help support our Muslim participants who’ll be observing the holy month – and fasting – during their marathon training, we asked Dr Zaf Iqbal, Crystal Palace FC’s Head of Sports Medicine, for his advice.
Emon Choudhury shares how he safely and successfully completes and trains for marathons during Ramadan
When you sweat during a run, the fluid you lose must be replaced or your body becomes dehydrated (short of water) and less efficient.
Once you've found your rhythm and running becomes a regular part of your routine, it's only natural to crave that next challenge -speed. That's where Fartlek sessions come in. These playful bursts of pace will shake up your run, push your limits, and help you unlock a faster, stronger you.
