Training Plans
Visit our 10K training plan library to access our range of free, downloadable, and customisable training plans for every ability level!| Marathon Handbook
Visit our 10K training plan library to access our range of free, downloadable, and customisable training plans for every ability level!| Marathon Handbook
Bouillard came seemingly out of no where to claim the biggest title in ultra-trail running| Marathon Handbook
The Western States 100 is the oldest 100-mile ultra trail race in the world.| Marathon Handbook
Western States is the Super Bowl of ultramarathons in the US and rivals almost any race in popularity and competition other than UTMB. So how do you qualify for Western States 100?| Marathon Handbook
Vincent Bouillard managed to pull off something incredible—winning the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) while juggling a full-time job.| Marathon Handbook
American ultrarunner EmKay Sullivan recently placed second among over 100 women at the 2024 HOKA Canyons Endurance Run by UTMB. Not only did this confirm her| Marathon Handbook
The Western States Endurance Run 100-miler is one of the most prestigious ultramarathons in the world, and one of the few ultras with worldwide notoriety that| Marathon Handbook
The Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS could be the newest addition to the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2025.| Marathon Handbook
And will there be more races added to the series in the near future, including marathons in Africa and China?| Marathon Handbook
Our staff provide live coverage of the 2025 Sydney Marathon, including moment-by-moment updates and insights of both the elite races and the experience of the new World Majors course.| Marathon Handbook
Eliud Kipchoge, the undisputed GOAT of marathon running, is headed to Australia.| Marathon Handbook
Apple TV+ has teamed up with RunThrough to launch one of the more unusual running events the capital has seen, a deliberately “slow 5K” to mark the arrival of the fifth season of Slow Horses. The free fun run, which sold out almost immediately, leans into the show’s dark humour and self-deprecating tone, billing itself ... Read more The post Apple TV+ Launches ‘Slow 5K’ in London to Promote Slow Horses Season 5 appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has confirmed that carbon monoxide inhalation will be added to its list of banned methods from 2026, closing a controversial loophole that emerged in professional cycling and could have wider implications for endurance sports like running. Carbon monoxide (CO) is usually associated with car exhausts and faulty heaters, but in ... Read more The post WADA Bans Carbon Monoxide Use in Sports Starting 2026 appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
Just days after being banned for two years for testing positive for a prohibited corticosteroid, Kenyan trail runner Joyline Chepngeno has issued a personal statement explaining how she came to take the substance, and apologizing to the sport. Chepngeno, 26, was informed by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) on September 1 that her sample from ... Read more The post “I Had to Run”: Joyline Chepngeno Explains Doping Ban After UTMB Win appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
When Jane Hedengren was in sixth grade, she set her sights on breaking her school’s mile record. She went to the track with her father, John Hedengren, a former BYU runner, to chase the splits she would need. She couldn’t hit them and ended the workout in tears. A few months later, though, she returned ... Read more The post WATCH: Is Jane Hedengren the Greatest High School Distance Runner Ever? appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
Why it matters The Mind 001 isn’t just another lifestyle slip-on—it marks Nike’s push into the recovery footwear space, targeting athletes’ downtime with a design that blends post-performance function and progressive styling. What’s happening Set to debut in October 2025, the Nike Mind 001 arrives in a sculpted “Light Smoke Grey” colorway with Photon Dust, ... Read more The post Nike reveal their first recovery slide, and they’re beautifully bonkers appeared first on Marathon...| Marathon Handbook
Arc’teryx has issued an apology after a large-scale fireworks display in Tibet’s Himalayan region drew heavy criticism from environmentalists, social media users, and state regulators in China. The Canadian-founded outdoor clothing brand, now owned by Chinese sportswear giant Anta Sports, partnered with artist Cai Guo-Qiang to stage the “Rising Dragon” spectacle last week. The high-altitude ... Read more The post Arc’teryx Apologizes After Fireworks Show in Tibet Sparks Environmenta...| Marathon Handbook
Marysville, Washington’s Jim Pearson has run his way into history. On Wednesday, the 81-year-old logged his 20,310th consecutive day of running at least a mile, giving him sole possession of the longest streak ever recorded. The milestone pushes him past Utah’s Jon Sutherland, who retired last December after 55.6 years and 20,309 straight days. The ... Read more The post Jim Pearson Breaks Record for Longest Run Streak in History appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
The Boston Athletic Association began notifying runners this week that they’ve been accepted into the 130th Boston Marathon, scheduled for April 20, 2026. More than 24,000 qualified athletes received the coveted email, but thousands of others who had run the time standard were left out after one of the steepest cutoffs in recent memory. The ... Read more The post Nearly 9,000 Qualifiers Rejected From 2026 Boston Marathon After Brutal Cutoff appeared first on Marathon Handbook.| Marathon Handbook
Why it matters Strava’s long-anticipated move toward the public markets signals growing investor confidence in consumer health and fitness platforms—particularly those with global reach and loyal communities. If the IPO proceeds, it would be among the most high-profile public debuts in the fitness-tech space since Peloton in 2019. What’s happening While no valuation target or ... Read more The post Would you buy Strava stock? Fitness app reportedly exploring IPO appeared first on Marath...| Marathon Handbook
The Sydney Marathon is gearing up to open its ballot for the 2026 edition, giving runners around the world their shot at Australia’s only Abbott World| Marathon Handbook
Wondering how many miles you should run each week for marathon training? Learn what weekly mileage is ideal based on your experience, goals, and recovery needs—straight from a running coach’s perspective.| Marathon Handbook
Whether you are a brand-new runner looking to run your first 5k or an experienced ultramarathoner ready for your next 100-miler, Marathon Handbook would love| Marathon Handbook
Pacing is everything in a strong race! Learn how to calculate your marathon pace, train at goal pace, and execute the perfect race-day strategy—whether you're chasing a PR or just aiming to finish strong.| Marathon Handbook
Crucially, it's impacted strongly by how much you eat. And while the relationship between overtraining and undereating has been explored in the past, new| Marathon Handbook
Want to run longer without burning out? Learn 11 expert tips from a certified running coach to safely build endurance—whether you're training for a 5K, half marathon, or beyond.| Marathon Handbook
In this guide to going from marathon to ultramarathon training and racing, we will discuss key training tips for ultramarathon training to help experienced marathoners have a positive first ultramarathon race day.| Marathon Handbook
Chafing and running don’t have to go hand in hand. Learn why chafing happens, how to prevent it, and how to treat it—so you can run pain-free no matter the distance or conditions.| Marathon Handbook
In this article, I will provide you with the strategies and training necessary to run a sub-3:30 marathon, including pacing, workouts, mileage, and a sub-3:30-hour training plan for you to start today.| Marathon Handbook
Following the recent release of the Netflix docuseries ‘Sprint,’ running fans can rejoice with another big docuseries coming to them on Amazon Prime on| Marathon Handbook
The most talked about race on the track at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games was easily the men's 1500m.| Marathon Handbook
Jakob Ingebrigsten has achieved almost everything there is to achieve in the world of middle-distance track running. Olympic Champion, World Champion,| Marathon Handbook
The Ingebrigtsen brothers, renowned in the world of athletics for their talent and occasional drama, are gearing up for a sensational return to television| Marathon Handbook
In a truly stunning race performance, Great Britain’s Josh Kerr pulled off what can only be described as a triumphant upset last night in the 2023 World| Marathon Handbook
There are several running coach certification programs, including online running coach certification programs that allow you to go at your own pace and| Marathon Handbook
Curious about the Norwegian method of endurance training? Learn how this elite approach uses easy running, lactate-guided intervals, and smart intensity zoning to boost performance and reduce injury — and how to apply it to your own training.| Marathon Handbook
On the final day of the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, the long-anticipated finals for the men’s 5000m race finally graced the track.| Marathon Handbook
Certain races on the track are “standard“ distances so they are contested at almost every major track and field competition.| Marathon Handbook
Like any illness, running after covid is typically not as smooth as we’d like it to be. Getting back to running after COVID-19, especially in terms of returning to previous training levels, can take some time.| Marathon Handbook
Marathon Handbook - We Know Running : Running Guides, News, Free Training Plans, Marathon Tips, Online Run Coaching, Training Videos, and hot takes.| Marathon Handbook
Tomasz Drybala, a self-proclaimed ultra-runner and motivational speaker, has been accused of orchestrating a massive charity scam, leaving numerous| Marathon Handbook
Having a good equipment list is a key part of stage race preparation, whether you are running a self-supported race like MdS or one of the 4 Deserts races, or| Marathon Handbook
Let’s start with a simple question: What kind of performance do you need to run to walk away with $1,000 in prize money at a road race?| Marathon Handbook
The Boston Marathon is one of the most prestigious road races in the world. Every year, thousands of runners vie for a coveted spot at the start line, with| Marathon Handbook
Canadian Olympian Ben Flanagan has won the Falmouth Road Race three times, but this year, he ran with a different goal in mind, and from an entirely different| Marathon Handbook
The Chicago Marathon has unveiled its 2025 elite fields, and the men's side in particular features perhaps the most compelling head-to-head matchup that the| Marathon Handbook
The 2025 TCS New York City Marathon is shaping up to be one of the most talent-packed editions in race history. New York Road Runners announced today that| Marathon Handbook
The New York City Marathon is always more than just a race. It’s a stage, a theater of unpredictability where tactical racing, tough hills, and iconic| Marathon Handbook
Hayward Field is about to take center stage once again as the 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships kick off on Thursday, with four days of racing that will decide| Marathon Handbook
Running acronyms could be their own entire section of the glossary. There’s BQ, DNF, LSD, and XT to name a few. But what about PR vs PB?| Marathon Handbook
In one of the most surprising finishes of the 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships, Jonah Koech came from behind to snatch victory in the men’s 1500m on Saturday,| Marathon Handbook
Over four blistering days at Hayward Field, the 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships delivered the kind of theater that track and field fans live for, including| Marathon Handbook
The Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon course promises to be one of the most challenging routes in Olympic history…and maybe in marathon history in general.| Marathon Handbook
If you’re like most of us mere mortals, the following thought might cross your mind from time to time: “What training are the pros doing to make them so darn| Marathon Handbook
The Boston Marathon is touted for its challenging qualification times, and achieving the stringent standard is a reason for celebration among marathon| Marathon Handbook
Olympic marathoner Clayton Young has launched a new app designed to help runners get faster and smarter about their training, and he’s opening up a small,| Marathon Handbook
Welcome to our library of marathon training plans! We have plans for every ability level, designed by experts, and used by thousands of runners!| Marathon Handbook
Our 16 Week Marathon Training Plan is for beginner to intermediate runners who are looking to get marathon-ready.| Marathon Handbook
Our in-depth guide to a sub 4 hour marathon, by expert coach Thomas Watson - includes sub 4 hour marathon pace strategy and free training plan.| Marathon Handbook
Kilian Jornet (or Kílian Jornet Burgada, in his native Catalan) is a 33-year-old Catalan mountain climber, ultrarunner, ski mountaineer, and self-proclaimed| Marathon Handbook
Next weekend, the stars of ultra trail running will gather in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the sunshine state of California for the world’s oldest 100-mile| Marathon Handbook
Wondering how long your longest long run should be during marathon training?We give you expert advice on finding the perfect distance based on your experience, fitness, and goals to help you crush race day.| Marathon Handbook
In this guide to how to choose running shoes, we will discuss what to look for when buying running shoes, the different types of running shoes, and tips for buying the best running shoes for your needs.| Marathon Handbook
The Norwegian's watch sponsor, Coros, shared his training approach for the Paris Olympics, as well as his watch data from the 5,000m final| Marathon Handbook
When we think of middle-distance track running, countries like Kenya and Ethiopia often come to mind as the dominant forces. However, the Ingebrigsten| Marathon Handbook
Learn how to qualify for the Boston Marathon, from understanding official time standards to choosing the right race and navigating the application process. Get the key details you need to earn your spot at this iconic event.| Marathon Handbook
