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My First Marathon Rundown
Marathon Tips And Advice
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Coaching Tips: Post-Marathon Recovery
You just finished a marathon. You've celebrated the miles, the finish line, posted the #medalmonday Instagram post, and started the race recap. And now you're asking yourself, what's next?
Taylor Sayles
Apr 222 min read


Coaching Tips: Making the Most of Your Long Runs
Long runs are a great opportunity to practice for your race and work out the kinks in your training before you line up at the start line. But the hard runs are also an opportunity to prepare yourself mentally for the uncertainty of the marathon.
Taylor Sayles
Apr 142 min read


Coaching Tips: We're Talkin' Race Strategy
As you gear up for your next race, consider your race strategy and how you'll make it to the finish line. While specifically geared towards the marathon, some can be adjusted to fit for other race distances too!
Taylor Sayles
Apr 83 min read


Coaching Tips: FAQ For Your First Marathon
Training for your first marathon? These FAQs will give you an idea of what to expect and how to get to the finish line.
Taylor Sayles
Mar 133 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


Introducing...The First Marathon Buddy Program
Introducing the First Marathon Buddy Program, making training for your first marathon easier - and less lonely!
Taylor Sayles
Feb 92 min read


You'll Hate Running Until You Don't
Loving running doesn’t mean loving every single mile. The tough runs will get you through hard races and the tough times in life. So you’re not behind, you’re not doing it wrong. If you’re new to running and you hate it, just give it some time.
Taylor Sayles
Jan 152 min read


5 Marathon Mistakes That Made My Injury Worse (And What I'd Do Differently)
Marathon training is supposed to be challenging, but it’s not supposed to break you. Unfortunately, my last training block didn’t go as...
Taylor Sayles
Jul 31, 20253 min read


Top 10 FAQs for First-Time Marathoners
Training for your first marathon is exciting, but also kind of overwhelming. As the host of My First Marathon and a runner myself, I’ve...
Taylor Sayles
Jul 17, 20254 min read
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