training for a marathon, any suggestions?

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  • pammee44
    pammee44 Posts: 49 Member
    Oh there are also some running groups on MFP you can join and get advice and information from as well.
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,249 Member
    I'm training for my first marathon, planning to do it in four years. I'm not in the best of shape, and I'll be 55 when I run it. Does anyone have any good advice? Will weight training help? Or should I just concentrate on the running? What about adding biking and swimming?

    Four years gives you lots of time.

    Start with shorter distances and break your training up gradually working towards your goal. While running will be your primary goal cross training is highly advisable (biking, swimming, weights) as they help in injury prevention and address muscular imbalances (and variety is the spice of life)
  • KimLovesDon
    KimLovesDon Posts: 152 Member
    Thanks to all of you for the advice! It's great to be in such a wonderful community of people who are willing to help!

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