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Jul '25 •
Intro
Hi all, I wanted to go ahead and introduce myself! I’m a relatively new runner (since January 2024) but come from a soccer and powerlifting background. Prior to last year, I’d only run 5 miles once in high school while training for soccer, otherwise I capped it at 2-3 miles per run. I’m currently training for the Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon in November. This will be my second road marathon and 3rd marathon overall (I ran a trail marathon in March). I’ve experimented with a lot of different supplements (gels/electrolytes/carb powders, etc.) over the past year so if anyone has any questions about what’s worked for me, let me know!
0 likes • Nov '25
@Jason Mitchell unfortunately, I had to drop out because my foot hadn’t healed in time. I just ran for the first time in nearly 4 weeks on Friday!
Aug '25 •
Hydration and Supplements
Ok @Nick Sneller - would love to hear your success in trying different supplements, gels, powders, etc. If you would be willing to share with the group what you've learned and what worked well for you during marathon training - thanks!
1 like • Aug '25
Ultimately my advice is I would just try a bunch of different brands/options and see what sits well in your stomach and stick with that. I love the website thefeed.com because you can buy single packs of pretty much anything and they offer free shipping on all orders
1 like • Aug '25
I would also aim to train your stomach to be able to hold down 60-90 carbs per hour. I think during my first marathon I consumed around 70-72 per hour which sustained me the whole race. But it definitely took practice during my long runs to get to a point where I could hold that many down without GI issues
Jul '25 •
Cardio Cross Training?
Hey, does anyone ever do other cross training during marathon training to mix it up - or just running? This morning, our workout included about 2 miles of running which was great, but also has push-ups, curls, overhead press, squats and burpees mixed in. 45 minutes went by pretty quick because others pushed me but the humidity is still so intense I was a puddle of sweat by the end... Any other cross training or weight work that you weave into the week?
1 like • Jul '25
I lift weights twice a week. For the first 6 weeks of my marathon build I was doing separate upper and lower workouts, but my coach and I are now pivoting to 2 full body workouts. The workouts are structured with 4 sets of 4-6 reps of compound lifts barbell squats, deadlifts, bench press, overhead press, etc, supplemented by accessory movements with 3 sets of 8-12 of each. We’re starting to implement some plyometrics as well. We are trying to keep things strength focused to help prevent injury
1 like • Jul '25
I should also add that my legs days are done in the evening after either a speed workout or a long run so that my hard days are hard and my easy days can be focused on recovery
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