EP 029 || Running the Chicago Marathon Sub-2:45: A Post-Race Deep Dive with Ryan Peel

🎙 Welcome back to RunFORM, the ultimate guide for runners. In this episode, we catch up with Ryan Peel post-Chicago Marathon to find out if he hit his sub-2:45 goal. A must-listen if you're into marathon running and personal bests!

⏰ Timestamps:

• 19:13 Toughest Age Groups in Marathons: What is the most competitive age group in marathon running?


• 20:42 World Marathons: How They Differ: How do the most popular marathon courses compare?


• 22:46 Hardest Marathon Courses: What are the toughest marathons to run in the world?


• 24:55 The Real Value of Marathon Training: Why is marathon training a life-changing experience?


• 27:13 Ryan's Strategy for the Chicago Marathon: What's the best strategy for running the Chicago Marathon?


• 34:56 Post-Race Recovery & Sickness: Best ways to recover after a marathon.


• 37:49 Analyzing Data from the Race: How to analyze your marathon running data for performance improvement.


• 44:31 Coping with Pre-Race Injuries: Effective injury management strategies before a marathon.


• 48:20 Adapting Training Plans for Injuries: How to modify your marathon training plan if you're injured.


• 51:32 Stress Responses: How does stress affect marathon training and how can you manage it?


• 01:02:52 The Next Step: Why a 10K?: Why a 10K is the logical next goal after running a marathon.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Age Group Competitiveness: Get insights into which age groups are the most competitive in marathon running.


• Comparing Global Marathons: Learn how the world's most popular marathons differ in terms of difficulty and unique features.


• Effective Marathon Recovery: Gain practical tips on post-marathon recovery to bounce back stronger.

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