Marathon base training sets you up for success. But how do you know when to shift gears?

Our experts explain how to make the transition out of the base-building phase.

Rushing Through Base Training Could Derail Your Marathon Prep. Coaches Explain Why More Time Could Serve You Better.

Cutting base training short can put you on the fast track to injury.
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This Marathon Training Plan Will Help You Go From Couch To 26.2

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Running a marathon can be a daunting feat. Yet, each year, millions of people participate in marathon ...
Runner's World

Walking does count toward marathon training – as long as you stick to these rules

While training for the Sydney Marathon, I missed a few of my weekday runs – something that’s normal, if not inevitable. But when I fretted over a missed run one evening, a friend said something that ...
VegOut Magazine

I went plant-based while training for a marathon and here's what I learned about fueling

Trading my old fueling habits for a plant-based approach during marathon training taught me that performance isn't about ...
CNN

The best marathon training shoes of 2026, tried and tested

I’ve always thought running a marathon was an impressive feat. Having both run the 2024 New York City marathon and trained for more races throughout the year, I’ve learned the truth: Running the race ...