Hilly vs Flat Marathon Training - The Mistake Most Runners Make

Training on hills won’t always prepare you for a flat race—here’s what you need to know.Flat marathon courses might seem easier, but they come with unique challenges that can make them just as tough—if not tougher—than hilly races. In this episode, we break down how to train effectively for a flat marathon, avoid burnout, and make key adjustments to your running plan. You’ll learn why pacing can be more difficult on a flat course, the best strategies for long runs, and how to keep your training balanced to prevent overtraining.*Timestamps*[00:00] Intro – Why Flat Marathon Training is Different[00:35] The Problem with Training on Hills for a Flat Race[01:20] How Course-Specific Training Improves Performance[02:45] Adjusting Your Training Load for a Flat Course[04:10] The Science Behind Flat Course Fatigue[05:30] Steady Pacing Challenges on a Flat Course[06:45] The Best Long Run Strategy for a Flat Race[08:00] Overtraining vs. Overreaching – Avoiding Burnout[09:40] Why Early Morning Runs Improve Performance[11:15] Final Tips for Race Day Preparation*Links & Future Learnings*📈 Get your free 5k & base training plan to get 1% better in 30 days - https://dlakecreates.com/base5kfree🎧 Listen, read and learn more here https://dlakecreates.com/flatmarathonDLake Runs on IG - https://instagram.com/dlakecreatesDLake Runs on Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/120507KZN Running Singlet Tanks https://kznrun.com.au/pages/run-clothing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement.Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt.I’m Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher.Since 1996, I’ve been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day.A few times a week, I’ll drop how I’m tweaking my training, sticking to habits when life’s messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. It’s a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habits—not just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too.Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week.Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here.PS - Podcasting is very "1-way," so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborate, or just wanna tell me about your training. On Instagram @dlakecreates or talk@dlakecreates.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.