10 steps to prepare a Marathon: Step 3 Picking the right program: Custom programs

24 weeks custom program for Boston Marathon (4 weeks training log)

Tip 3: Custom programs

Custom programs are designed by coaches and customized to your training needs.

Prices are more expensive and you will have to make sure which kind of program is sold to you (what format, how detailed it is, what services and tips, and of course, what price).

10 steps to prepare a Marathon: step 3 Picking the right program: training in a group

Tip 2: Training in a group

Now that’s a big dilemma.

On one’s hand you enjoy running with other people in a dynamic group and enjoyable atmosphere. And it is very exciting and motivating.

It’s a great experience, and to be honest, running alone can be boring sometimes, not to mention the fact that it can be difficult to be motivated when time comes to go for a run.

10 steps to prepare a Marathon: Step 3 Picking the right training program

Now that you picked up the right course and right equipment, you have to train and get ready for your race.

Well, that’s the tough part since it can lead to various consequences.

Injury is unfortunately the most common one, but you can be out of shape, mentally or physically burned out, unable to stand the distance, and so on…