If you've ever been given bad running advice, don't worry, the pros have, too. Don't run through the pain, and make sure you recover well after a race.
Sure, most of us have received some important tips from coaches, running partners, and friends on how to fine-tune our training. But every once in a while, you may get a bad apple, a piece of advice that doesn’t improve your running, but rather makes it suffer.
I know I certainly have, naively relying on overstriding as a younger runner at the guidance of a complete stranger at a track meet.A faulty tip can look like improper form advice, unhelpful mental strategies, and even workout suggestions less-than-suited for your training. And if you’ve ever put a misguided recommendation into practice, you’re not the only one. Even some of the world’s most iconic figures in marathoning have received some not so great training tips. At the Every Woman’s Marathon, Deena Kastor, Kathrine Switzer, Molly Huddle, and Des Linden shared with us the worst pieces of marathon advice they’ve gotten, from pushing through pain to taking an ice bath right before a race. The four legendary marathoners even put into perspective how to best approach your training, throwing aside tips that may harm your physical and mental confidence as you prepare to race 26.2 miles.But how can you ensure you step up to the start line with great training advice under your belt? Look no further than the in-depth guidance featured in our How to Master the Marathon program. Led by experts, you’ll learn how to set yourself up for success on race day by training smartly, fueling properly, and trusting yourself during the entire process.Following the program’s 13 chapters, you’ll take each step of the marathon journey with us by your side, helping you navigate your training plan, long runs, tapering, and more. Once you’re out on the roads for race day, you’ll know you’ve done the most to chase after your goals—and without experiencing the pitfalls that come with improper training advice.Head into race day molded by proper training tips—and not influenced by ill-guided running hacks. Use advice from our How to Master the Marathon program to run 26.2 miles efficiently and confidently, and explore more tips from Kastor, Switzer, Huddle, and Linden on how to propel yourself to the finish line with confidence. To learn more on how you can master form, workouts, and more, become a member of the Runner’s World+ community for complete access to our expert-curated guides and stories.
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