The last long run signals the summit of a marathon training programme – and if things have gone according to plan and you have managed to stick to your training schedule then this should be around 20 miles, or last for the same amount of time you expect to be on your feet.
If you are a first time marathon runner this will be the furthest you have run up to now and not only will completing this distance boost your endurance, it will also help give you confidence that you can complete the full 26.2 miles.
Take the opportunity to rehearse some pre-race routines, such as what you will eat and when before and during the race, and if possible, go for your run at the same time as the race starts.
These little things all help to condition your mind and body to what is going to happen.
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