
← The Planted Runner13 Aug · 15 min
Now is Actually the Hardest Part in a Fall Marathon Build
Today, we're talking about the part of marathon training nobody talks about: the middle. Whether you're nine weeks out from an early October race or twelve weeks out from something in November, you're almost there.
You'll learn:
Why this phase often feels harder than it should
What your training should actually look like this month
And how to get through the grind without second-guessing months of good work
One thing that can definitely help immediately is taking a few moments before your run to breathe and reset. That is why I made the Readiness Reset for every runner to use for free. It's a 7-minute audio that combines guided visualization with cognitive conditioning, designed to train the exact response you need when running gets hard. Get access to it for free right now at theplantedrunner.com/reset
Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition.
If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.
Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less.
LINKS:
If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link.
For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner