Congratulations! However race day went, you got through the training. You spent months with a goal, a schedule, a reason to get out of bed early, and a community working towards the same celebration. Then, more suddenly than we realize, the marathon is over. So what’s next? Before moving forward with any next goal or…

As marathons are wrapping up, many runners are looking to build more strength and speed. While marathon training, these two things were likely reduced or their intensity lowered. Especially in the final weeks leading up to race day. Being past race day, we start to look forward to the things we didn’t get to do…

Yes, completing a marathon in its entirety is an incredible accomplishment. But we all know the truth: the hard part is already done. You signed up, started training, spent months (or longer) working hard, sacrificing, facing doubt and defeat, and yet still made it to this moment. There’s nothing that race day will do that…

Below is a brief mile by mile breakdown of miles 22 through to the finish line of the Chicago Marathon Course, what to expect, and how to make the most of them. If you are running the Chicago Marathon, you’ll find this helpful. To begin reading about the marathon course, mile by mile, start with…

Below is a brief mile by mile breakdown of miles 17 through 21 of the Chicago Marathon Course, what to expect, and how to make the most of them. If you are running the Chicago Marathon, you’ll find this helpful. To begin reading about the marathon course, mile by mile, start with the Chicago Marathon Course…

Below is a brief mile by mile breakdown of miles 9 through 16 of the Chicago Marathon Course, what to expect, and how to make the most of them. If you are running the Chicago Marathon, you’ll find this helpful. For the first 8 Miles, read the Chicago Marathon Course Preview, Ch 1: Start to…

Below is a brief mile by mile breakdown of these first 8 miles, what to expect, and how to make the most of them. If you are running the Chicago Marathon, you’ll find this helpful. Mile 1 : Grant Park to downtown The excitement is enormous. You’re surrounded by tens of thousands of runners, spectators…

Previously, we discussed the mistakes that many beginner marathoners usually make in their training. While it’s good to know the things we want to be aware of or adjust, what are the things beginner runners sometimes are better at than even the most seasoned runner? If this is your first time getting ready for a…

There’s A LOT that goes into marathon training. It can be overwhelming for anyone, especially those that are navigating this journey for the first time. Even seasoned runners are guaranteed to make some mistakes in their journey each year. For first-time runners, there are a few mistakes that are almost guaranteed to happen. If this…

Have you ever felt that you’re in over your head? That taking on a full marathon, or faster times, or any massive endurance challenge was more than you could handle? You start to doubt your abilities and just pray for this endeavor to end already. Well stop it. You’re not alone in this thinking, but…

Setting goals is important. Believing that you can one day achieve something that you may not be able to achieve today is empowering. Marathons give us that opportunity to strive for something greater. What “Just Finish” Really Means? So when you say “I just want to finish,” is that really the goal you want? It’s…