South Wales Trails | Week 8 - Brighton Marathon Training | Time On Feet - Time On Feet

Aug 13, 2025

This is a quick summary of South Wales Trails | Week 8 - Brighton Marathon Training from Time On Feet. 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

Week 8 focuses on long, easy trail runs in South Wales (Brecon Beacons & Cardiff Bay) to build stamina for the Brighton Marathon and upcoming Downslink Ultra.
No set pace; run at a comfortable effort, letting the terrain provide natural elevation.
Nutrition: 1 L water split into 500 ml front bottles, ginger‑root infusion, plus simple carbs (guava, sugar, “cliff blocks”).
Listen to your body – back‑pain cleared with regular stretches; adjust effort as needed.

Workout Example

Goal: 13.1 mi (21 km) half‑marathon on mixed trail/road.
Structure:
1. Find a ~5‑mi loop near your base (Istra Dau area). Complete the loop 2–3 times, then break off for the final out‑and‑back mile.
2. Keep the pace easy (no specific target), focusing on steady effort.
3. On the last mile, pick up the pace slightly to practice running faster while fatigued.
Terrain: includes fields, long grass, rocky sections, and modest hills – no dedicated hill‑reps needed because the course already provides elevation.

Closing Note Give this trail‑focused long run a try, tweak the loop distance or mileage to suit your training, and set your paces in the Pacing app to match your own comfort. Have fun out on the trails and keep listening to your body!

Remember to watch the full Time On Feet video for more scenery, gear insights, and the week‑long training context.