A mile can be pretty daunting if you’re new to running or don’t tend to walk that regularly – or if you’re a child with little legs!
In the lead up to Event Day, you can check out the training tips and tricks below.
Chafing is one of the most preventable marathon mistakes. With the right prep and a bit of skin‑care know‑how, you can keep friction from becoming a Finish-Line nightmare. Drawing on skin‑science expertise, Katherine Frizoni outlines how strategic use of Vaseline before, during and after a run can protect the skin in all weather conditions and even support recovery. We even have extra tips for those of you with sensitive skin.
Marathon training inevitably reaches a point where enthusiasm wanes, and doubt creeps in - it's simply part of the process. James Dunn explores why consistency matters more than motivation, how easing anxiety by focusing on what you can control lightens the mental load, and how breaking training into smaller, manageable steps can help keep you moving forward.
Your training playlist might be just as important as your favourite running shoes or gels, says Zongbei Cai. He breaks down how you can lighten the mental load of training, transform your long runs, and help keep your pace on track, all by hitting the play button.
Our sub-editor, Ed, takes a lactate threshold test to understand the heart rate and pace zones that matter most, helping him focus on quality over mileage and avoid the common trap of running every session too hard.
