In the October 2008 issue of The Running Times Magazine (page 18), an article was written by Greg Mcmillan presenting to the readers the variations of specialized long runs a runner has to incorporate in his/her marathon training. A runner can adopt one variation or combine all the variations to come up with with a faster time in finishing a marathon. The following are the variations of your long runs:

1) LONG AND STEADY—This is the Arthur Lydiard’s method of a long, steady run. Lydiard recommends running for 2-3 1/2 hours at an easy and steady pace (over a hilly route) or for a distance up to 20 to 26 miles in order for the mind and body to develop the endurance needed to withstand your running workouts to pursue your marathon training plan. Continue reading “Variations Of Marathon Long Runs” →