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My First Marathon Rundown
First Marathon Buddy Program


First Marathon Buddy Program Athlete Spotlight: Meet Sophie!
Sophie joined the First Marathon Buddy Community prior to completing her first marathon in May 2026! She shares her favorite things about running and advice for fellow first-time marathoners.
Taylor Sayles
Aug 52 min read


Coaching Tips: How I'm Approaching Returning to Running
Over the last couple of months, my life has been in a whirlwind. I've been consistently running for years, and since then, I have never taken an extensive period or time off of running. This was the first time in a long time that running came to a screeching halt for me. And when you're forced to start over, it can be hard to come back.
Taylor Sayles
Jul 212 min read


First Marathon Buddy Program Athlete Spotlight: Meet Jill!
Meet Jill, one of the incredible first-time marathoners in the First Marathon Buddy Program. Jill just ran her first marathon in April 2026!
Taylor Sayles
May 52 min read


First Marathon Buddy Program Athlete Spotlight: Meet Audra!
Meet Audra, one of the incredible first-time marathoners in the First Marathon Buddy Program.
Taylor Sayles
Apr 12 min read


Coaching Tips: How To Dial In Your Marathon Fueling Strategy
One of the most frequently asked questions I get from runners is how to create a marathon fueling strategy. Here are some quick tips on how you can develop your own plan.
Taylor Sayles
Mar 112 min read


First Marathon Buddy Program Athlete Spotlight: Meet Emily!
Meet Emily (@rockytoprunner), one of the incredible mentors in the First Marathon Buddy Program.
Taylor Sayles
Mar 43 min read


Coaching Tips: How Your First Marathon Changes You
Everyone’s first marathon experience is different, but one of the themes I see again and again is that runners almost always feel like a different person on the other side of the finish line. Why is that?
Taylor Sayles
Mar 42 min read
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