Marathon Training Tips From A Pro Runner - Lee Grantham

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of Marathon Training Tips From A Pro Runner from Lee Grantham. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

Build a base of five runs per week – three easy runs (30‑50 min) for recovery and two quality sessions.
Follow a 12‑week plan: 10 weeks of specific marathon training plus 2‑weeks taper before race day.
Weekly quality sessions: one interval session to boost speed & speed‑endurance, and one long run that gradually increases distance.
Keep recovery/easy runs super‑slow – the goal is consistency, not speed.
If possible, run all sessions first thing in the morning to protect training from daily distractions and improve fat‑burn efficiency.

Workout Example:

Monday: Easy run 30‑50 min (very relaxed, conversational pace)
Wednesday: Interval session – e.g., 4 × 800 m at 5K‑race effort with 400 m jog recovery
Saturday: Long run – start at 1 h, add 10‑15 min each week, aiming for 2‑3 h at a comfortable, slower than marathon pace
Rest days as needed, keeping any additional runs ultra‑easy and short.

Adjust the interval length, repetitions, and long‑run duration to match your current fitness and race goal.

Closing Note: Try this structure this week, tweak the paces to fit your own training zones in the Pacing app, and watch your marathon readiness grow. Keep it fun, stay consistent, and enjoy the journey to race day! 🚀