How to Avoid Hitting the Wall for Best Marathon Results (A Practical Guide for Any Runner)

If you are marathon training and wondering how to avoid hitting "the wall", then this video is a must-watch. Join us as we delve into the fascinating research that separates wall-avoiding elite runners from the 'wall-hitting' non-elites and discover the key strategies to ensure a smoother marathon experience.

We'll explore vital elements like training volume, longest runs, fueling strategies, pacing, and mindset to equip you with the knowledge and techniques you need to conquer your next marathon.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newbie, this video will empower you to take your marathon training to the next level and overcome the wall like a pro. Join us on this journey to marathon success!

00:00 Intro
00:35 What is 'Hitting the Wall'?
01:30 Training Elements
02:40 Training Plan to Avoid Injury
04:10 How Long you Need to Run
05:15 Carb Loading Before the Marathon
06:30 Mid-Race Carb Consumption
07:50 Optimizing Hydration
08:38 Marathon Pacing Strategy
10:24 The Pro Runner's Secret
11:55 Avoid Hitting the Wall

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Research Papers:

Cognitive orientations in marathon running and "hitting the wall" https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

Hitting the wall in the marathon: Phenomenological characteristics and associations with expectancy, gender, and running history. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...

A discrete-time hazard model of hitting the wall in recreational marathon runners https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...

Metabolic Factors Limiting Performance in Marathon Runners https://journals.plos.org/ploscompbio...

How recreational marathon runners hit the wall: A large-scale data analysis of late-race
pacing collapse in the marathon https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34010...

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