Join Coach Patrick McCrann for two brand new race-specific webinars. Information and registration instructions are below; seats are limited and you are racing in about a week (!) so don’t miss out. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Marathon Race Execution Webinar: Boston Marathon Edition Join Coach Patrick from Marathon Nation for this race preparation webinar. Patrick is a [...]
The Boston Marathon is the holy grail for many marathon runners. The unique qualification system and stringent timing standards mean that only a small percentage of the marathoning population is eligible to participate. Unless you are a charity runner, your only option is to spend years getting fitter and faster…and then having the perfect race to qualify.
With the marathon training season in full swing, and the Boston Marathon right around the corner, marathon race day energy is in the air. We’ve all had good races and bad races, but sometimes it’s hard to cut through the noise to find out exactly what set you up for that one-of-a-kind race. There are [...]
If you are racing one of our 2012 key events and want to give back to the running community (while getting free training and cool stuff), then you might want to become a Race Captain. You’ll support the Team online and on Race Weekend, and have a ton of fun!
Race: Yuengling Shamrock Marathon (Virginia Beach, Virginia) Date: March 18, 2012 Goal Time: 3:05 (trying for Boston 2013) Actual Time: 3:00:31, (personal best by 8 minutes) Pre-Race: I initially signed up for this race after trying to qualify at the Marine Corps Marathon and the Richmond Marathon back in the fall. After 2 failed attempts, [...]
Weekly Results from the Marathon Nation Community Marathon Nation is a community of runners targeting the marathon distance. From total beginners just getting off the couch to bucket-listers checking off a huge “to-do” item all the way up to Boston Qualifiers…all are welcome! You can explore the community and create a FREE 7-Day Trial [...]
It’s one thing to look at the numbers, another thing to look at some results. This result confirms that I am indeed significantly thinner and lighter than in previous years. The impact of improved body composition on my overall time is evident in how I felt in my race yesterday. Climbing hills–even the small ones–was significantly easier. Virtually felt like I was floating along part of the race.
I just ran my first full marathon at age 42. I’ve been running consistently for about 8+ years. I’ve trained religiously and done many half marathons and many 18-22 mile long runs in the past while training without ever cramping in my calves or quads, or anywhere for that matter.
I was fortunate enough to interview two of our members after they completed the Marine Corps Marathon.
photo credit: teddyb Good luck to everyone racing the Philadelphia Marathon this weekend. I went 3:07 there in 2004 for my first Boston Qualification, and remember a few key things about the race that may/may not help you out. Here’s what I can recall: The first half is slower than second, so if you are [...]
Please Note: 40 spots already taken as of 12 noon Friday! Coach Patrick from Marathon Nation is prepared to give a one-hour presentation on preparing to have Your Best Marathon at the Marine Corps Marathon in just over a week! The only catch is he needs to know you want to hear what he has [...]
The Marine Corps Marathon is the fall highlight for thousands of runners every year. The timing is perfect for conditions, the course is predominantly flat and the on-course motivation is quite high. Despite this, thousands of runners fail to meet their pre-race goals…and we want to fix that!
This weekend marks the 2010 edition of the Chicago Marathon, the unofficial start of the fall marathon classics. Chicago is one of the more popular US events with close to 45,000 athletes participating each year. Whether you are looking to finish or have your hopes pinned on a qualifying time for Boston, getting the inside scoop on the course will ensure you are able to race to your potential. Let’s get started!
photo credit: maryames Note: This is another installment in the Marathon Nation Guest Post Series. I hope you enjoy the fresh perspective! For many years, I avoided the marathon because of its distance. I couldn’t fathom how I would train for the 26.2 miles, let alone race it. And so I bought a book on [...]
Folks, it’s time for another challenge…in fact we are long overdue! September is the first ever Marathon Nation “Monthly Marathon Challenge”. By playing along, you’ll complete four individual 6.55 mile runs over the course of four consecutive weekends…the cumulative time for all four runs is your “monthly marathon” score.
On race day, your finish is what you eat. Training aside, the fourth discipline of nutrition is what can help you reach your goals. Messing it up can also leave you far short. A great race is as much a test of what defines you as it is a test of what fuels you — literally. But there’s a big difference between having a plan…and executing a plan. Let’s get into some details.
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