Running a different kind of marathon: A Mile an Hour - Beau Miles

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of Running a different kind of marathon: A Mile an Hour from Beau Miles. 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:

Run a 1‑mile lap every hour for 24 hours (≈ 24 laps, ~24 mi). The hour between laps becomes a built‑in “rest” window for any task you want to tackle.
Use each hour as a reset: finish a small project, plant a tree, or even build a piece of furniture before the next lap starts.
Keep it flexible – the structure works for anything from a 2‑minute fix to a full‑day build, letting you stay active while still being productive.

Workout Example:

Lap 1: Run the mile (≈ 1 km) around your block.
Hour‑long work block: Spend the next ~50 minutes on a chosen task (e.g., pick up rubbish, assemble a table leg, plant a tree, or prep a meal).
Reset at the top of the hour: Finish the task, hydrate, and start Lap 2.
Repeat for 24 hours → 24 laps, 24 miles, 24 hours of mixed running + doing.

Practical Tips:

Plan a simple task that fits in a 30–45 minute window so you can still start the next lap on time.
Keep water and a quick snack (e.g., a piece of licorice or an orange) handy for the hour between runs.
Use the lap as a mental reset: finish the task, note what you accomplished, and feel ready for the next mile.
Track your laps with a watch or phone app; you can later customize the paces in the Pacing app to match your own speed.

Closing Note: Give yourself a day of running, building, and thinking – then customize the hour‑long work blocks to suit your own paces in the Pacing app. Try the “mile‑a‑hour” marathon and see how much you can create in 24 hours! 🚀