Race-Day Strategies for Marathoners You plan meticulously and train diligently over several months so that you are in peak condition for your marathon. You also need to have a plan for marathon day--warm up, pacing, first miles, first half, the final six miles and 385 yards. Active.com
Marathon Training: Shorten the Long Run The long run is essential when training for a marathon, but, it doesn't have to be 26.2 miles. Read up on how far your long run should be to have the endurance needed on race day. Active.com
4 Tips to Running Your First Marathon Building endurance is key to assure you will last the 26.2 miles on race day. Increase your miles slowly and use these tips to help get you there. Active.com
