marathon training
Long-distance race readiness
Marathon training is the structured preparation undertaken to complete a 26.2-mile race, typically spanning 12 to 20 weeks of progressively demanding workouts.
The regimen combines long runs, speed work, and recovery days to build endurance while minimizing injury risk.
She's deep into marathon training, so Saturday mornings are reserved for her long runs.
The term extends to any intensive, sustained preparation for a demanding goal: His bar exam marathon training left little time for socializing.
- running shoesFootwear for athletic movement
- long runsSustained distance efforts
- tempo runSustained fast-paced training
- taperingProgressive decrease in width
- rest daysScheduled recovery time
fartlek · cardiovascular endurance · carbohydrate loading · bonking · hitting the wall · VO2 max · foam rollers · ice bath · heart rate monitors · carbo-loads · pace · race pace · electrolyte balance · stamina · compression socks · plyometrics · running form · mileage
- fitnessfitness, exercise, gym, workout, running
- runningrun, runner, running shoes, running shorts, running gear
- cardiorunning, jogging, cycling, swimming laps, brisk walking
- fitness trendsCrossFit, yoga, spin class, HIIT, bootcamp
- self-improvement goalsNew Year's resolution, fitness goal, reading challenge, language learning, skill mastery
- Social Fitnessgroup classes, running clubs, gym buddies, workout partners, CrossFit
marathon trainingsedentary lifestyle
Habitual physical inactivity
leisurely stroll · physical inactivity · complete rest · winging it
marathon trainingbed rest
Prescribed period of lying down
lounging · sitting around · doing nothing · rest and relaxation · taking it easy