How (not) to train for a marathon? by Catherine_L

The Edinburgh marathon.  I intend to start slow and get slower. I've done the Great North Run a few times, so now it's time to step up and face the big one. That great challenge. Then I can say - 'I've run a marathon.' And if I can do that, I can do anything. And hopefully help others by doing it too.

Now, everyone has their own theory about how best to train for a marathon. A friend from my running club recommended a book, sports scientist will claim you need the latest drink, gel, lotion or potion to 'give you an edge.' A complementary therapist will tell you massage is the thing.

So here I'm going to document how I run, how I eat/drink/sleep etc and how I feel to try to figure out what works for me. And maybe, just maybe, within these posts, you might find something worth trying yourself too.