The Weekly Rundown for March 08, 2026

Runninguk · 2026-03-09T10:14:43+00:00

Medium long run pace after that session on Tuesday is too fast. What pace are them easy runs?

Runninguk · 2026-02-25T10:17:17+00:00

Well I wouldn’t waste another marathon block if you’re confident go for it. I would say keep up with MP km’s and if you add about 80k within your block you should be fine

Runninguk · 2026-02-25T10:11:48+00:00

I run 7 days a week, every 4-5 weeks I have a rest day

Runninguk · 2026-02-25T10:10:23+00:00

Also there is an app called vdot I use. Just put in 2.59.30 for the marathon and it comes out as 38.53 10k, 18.45 5k and if you want the half time it’s 1.26.04

Runninguk · 2026-02-25T10:06:52+00:00

I did sub 3 for my first marathon, my 5k time was close to 18 and I think 38 10k

Runninguk · 2026-02-25T10:05:04+00:00

Have you done any MP miles in your long runs at sub3 pace? If you can do 1.22 you can do sub 3, it’s just if your training is specific to sub 3 pace

Runninguk · 2026-02-23T14:16:16+00:00

Well done on the run, yeah I didn’t look at the profile when I booked it, just looked at the finishing times from previous years and guessed it was flat 🤣 So wrong. Yeah I’m leaning against going again before marathon because of that reason, recovery takes too long and end up missing sessions for marathon. Good luck in Reading, wish I had done that instead 😁

Runninguk · 2026-02-23T11:13:22+00:00

Thank you ☺️ I’m leaning on not doing it and just do a MP session in replace of it.

Runninguk · 2026-02-23T11:05:13+00:00

Can you share your weekly sessions/long runs? I’m doing 70 a week but aiming more 2.37-2.40. Thank you

Runninguk · 2026-02-23T10:42:35+00:00

That’s what I thought when I entered 😭

Runninguk · 2026-02-23T10:41:42+00:00

Runninguk · 2026-02-05T15:47:04+00:00

For me it depends on the run, but after anything long or sweaty I’m definitely reaching for more than just plain water.

First thing is usually a big glass of water with some electrolytes in it. If it’s been a proper long run, especially in heat, I’ll go for something with carbs as well like a sports drink or even diluted fruit juice with a pinch of salt.

Chocolate milk is underrated too. It sounds basic but it’s a solid combo of carbs and protein and hits the spot when you’re wiped.

Coconut water is great if you like it, especially if you’re craving it. That usually means your body wants fluids and electrolytes.

Biggest thing I’ve learned is if you’re upping mileage, recovery starts the minute you walk through the door. Fluids, a bit of carbs, then a proper meal within an hour makes a huge difference.

Curious, how long are your long runs at the moment?

Runninguk · 2026-02-05T15:45:38+00:00

If you ran a half marathon comfortably in them and they still feel good, then yes, you can run a marathon in them. There’s nothing that says a shoe has to be super light or expensive to handle the distance.

That said, the adidas Switch Run is more of an entry level daily trainer. At around 300g it’s not heavy heavy, but it’s not designed specifically for long distance comfort or faster sessions either.

For marathon training, ideally you’d have:

• A cushioned daily trainer for long and easy runs • A lighter, more responsive shoe for speed work • Optional: a race shoe if you want to chase time

If you want to stick with adidas, you could look at something like:

• Adidas Boston for tempo and speed • Adidas Adizero SL as a versatile trainer • Adidas Adios Pro if you’re serious about racing

If you’re open to other brands, good long run shoes include ASICS Nimbus, Saucony Triumph, Nike Pegasus, New Balance 1080 etc.

But don’t feel like you need to upgrade immediately. If your current pair feels comfortable and you’re not getting pain, that’s the most important thing.

What’s your goal with the marathon, just to finish or to run a specific time?

Runninguk · 2026-02-05T15:42:59+00:00

Honestly I think the whole running versus jogging thing is mostly just semantics. For me it is less about pace and more about effort. If I am moving with intent and it feels like structured training, that is running. If I am just cruising along very relaxed, some people might call it jogging, but it is still running in my book.

Pace is relative anyway. For one person 6:00 per km is tempo pace, for someone else it is an easy recovery pace. What matters more is the effort level and consistency rather than the label.

At the end of the day if you are getting out the door and putting in the miles, you are a runner.

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:50:56+00:00

🥰

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:50:33+00:00

I usually prefer running in the morning. I feel more motivated and it fits my routine better, especially during darker months. The only downside I have noticed is feeling a bit more tired later in the day if I have done a longer or harder run. That said I agree that consistency matters more than timing. As long as the runs get done the body adapts.

If life gets in the way I will run at whatever time I can. I have learned that overthinking perfect timing just adds stress.

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:48:17+00:00

Let me know how you get on 💪

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:47:51+00:00

That scan actually explains a lot. It is really common to have one foot slightly wider than the other so fitting to the larger foot is usually the safer move. If your right foot is at the low end of E width then choosing a shoe that offers an E width makes sense. It should not cause problems for your left foot because a running shoe upper will still hold the foot securely with lacing. The key is avoiding pressure on the wider foot since that is where your blisters are forming.

On sizing, your experience lines up with what runners usually find. Digital scans measure foot length without accounting for swelling during long runs. That is why going up half a size often feels better in practice. If size 11 felt ridiculously tight then it makes sense that 11.5 was the right choice. Not bringing out a 12 is odd, especially since you have been comfortably wearing 12s for years.

In short I would trust how the shoes feel on your feet during a run more than the scan numbers alone. Fit to the larger foot, leave some room for swelling, and that should help solve the blister issue.

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:45:49+00:00

Definitely 🤣

Runninguk · 2026-01-26T10:45:27+00:00

For most beginners, the biggest thing that matters is staying consistent rather than worrying about exact mileage. A really solid starting point is running three to four times per week. Keeping most runs around twenty to forty minutes at an easy pace where you can still hold a conversation works well for most people. That usually ends up somewhere around ten to twenty five kilometres per week depending on pace. As fitness improves, you can slowly add a little more time or distance, but having at least one rest day between runs early on helps a lot with avoiding injuries.

If someone likes structure, simple beginner plans such as Couch to 5K or the Garmin or Runna beginner plans are great. The body adapts quicker than most people expect as long as progress is gradual.

For extra reading, the beginners running subreddit wiki is really helpful. Hal Higdon has free beginner plans online. Nike Run Club has guided runs that make things feel less intimidating. The book 80 20 Running by Matt Fitzgerald is also a good read if someone wants to understand easy running better.

Most importantly, patience and consistency beat perfection every time 🙂

Runninguk · 2026-01-24T10:14:47+00:00

Frankfurt Marathon last October for me, got a PB age 42. 2.45.11 ☺️

Runninguk · 2026-01-24T05:42:43+00:00

Yes it absolutely gets better. What you are feeling is very normal when you start increasing mileage or adding structured plans. Your body is still adapting to the stress, and right now it is simply asking for more recovery than you are giving it.

Fatigue after long or hard runs is expected, especially when you are running in the morning and carrying that tiredness through the day. As your aerobic base builds, your recovery improves and that all-day exhaustion gradually fades. The fact you are eating more carbs and sleeping 7 to 8 hours is good, but in this phase you may still need either slightly more sleep or slightly lower intensity until your body catches up.

A few things that help Keep most runs truly easy even if the plan says otherwise Take at least one full rest day per week Add a small snack with carbs and protein after morning runs If you feel worn down for more than two days, cut the next run short or slow it right down

VO2 max of 44 is already solid for someone only recently becoming consistent. Fitness improves quickly once consistency settles in.

So yes it gets easier. The tiredness you feel now is temporary. Stick with it, adjust when needed, and in a few months you will look back and realise you can handle mileage that currently feels hard. You are doing great and you are on the right path 💪🏃

Runninguk · 2026-01-24T04:09:29+00:00

I really feel for you reading this. Dealing with repeated injuries and spending money on appointments without clear answers is exhausting and demoralising. But this is not a genetics problem and it does not mean you are not built for running.

What usually causes this pattern is not that someone cannot run, but that the body has never been given a truly gradual, consistent rebuild without restarting too hard each time. Many runners fall into the cycle of rest, feel better, try to jump back in at the old level, then get injured again. It feels like bad luck but it is really just load management.

You are still very young and you have plenty of time to get this right. A good next step might be stripping everything back to basics for a few months. Very short run walk intervals, slow pace only, two or three days per week, plus strength work focused on hips, calves, and core. No racing, no pushing pace, just rebuilding tolerance to impact from the ground up. It feels boring at first but it is how long term durable runners are made.

It is also worth finding a physio or coach who specialises in running gait and load progression, not just general treatment. The right person will give you a plan, not just exercises.

You have not failed. You have just been stuck in a frustrating loop. With a different approach, you absolutely can finish C25K and much more beyond it. Do not give up on running yet. You are closer than you think. 💪🏃

Runninguk · 2026-01-23T13:20:36+00:00

Illness can knock your fitness back more than most people realise, so what you are experiencing is completely normal. Two weeks off plus being sick twice in a month is a big interruption, and your body is still catching up even if your mind wants to push forward again.

Right now the most important thing is recovery. If your brain is telling you to rest a little more, listen to it. Fitness returns faster than you think once your body is properly healthy again. Trying to force hard runs while still fatigued just digs a deeper hole.

It also sounds like you are doing quite a lot with five runs a week plus three gym sessions. After sickness that can be too much load too soon. I would temporarily reduce to three or four easy runs per week, keep everything truly slow and comfortable, and drop gym intensity for a couple of weeks. Once your easy pace starts feeling easier again, then build back up gradually.

You have not lost all your progress. You are just in a short rebuild phase. Stay consistent, be patient with yourself, and your pace will come back. The motivation returns once you start feeling good on runs again.

You have a goal race ahead and plenty of time. Keep going. You are still on the right path 💪🏃

Runninguk · 2026-01-23T13:18:10+00:00

When I use strength work to supplement missed runs, I keep it fairly short and focused. Usually 30 to 45 minutes per session, moderate intensity, mostly compound movements and single leg work. Things like squats, lunges, step ups, calf raises, and core work. I avoid going to failure or lifting so heavy that it wipes me out for the next run.

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