SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What do I have to consider when I aim to run my first marathon?

A healthy life is the fundamental requirement for taking on the challenge of a marathon and undergoing the strain that this involves. Generally, you should see to it that you are not excessively overweight when taking the training. A medical check is advisable to make sure you are completely healthy before you start your training. It definitely helps if you have been actively running for at least a year and a half - with and average running distance of about 30 km per week in the last few months. This improves your chances of a successful and injury free marathon experience.

How extensive is the preparation for the first marathon?

Direct preparation for a marathon requires 3 months. If your goal is just to finish, then you should run about 45 kilometres per week, which corresponds to 4 hours of running. If you want to complete the marathon in under 4 hours, then you should run 50-60 kilometres per week (time needed: 5 hours).

What should I pay attention to during preparation?
To sum it up: 1. only train if you are healthy 2. eat healthy, including lots of carbohydrates and fluids 3. try to avoid sources of stress (at work etc.) while preparing 4. always run in clothing which is suitable for the weather, and in footwear which is suited to the terrain. 5. jog - preparation for a marathon involves a long, slow training run every week.