Tapering For My First Marathon

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Sarah has been training for her first marathon for over 13 weeks now and is just a couple of weeks away from running her first ever marathon, but first, it’s time to taper.
Join Sarah as she learns what is involved in tapering for a marathon, goes through some tapering tips from The Running Channel community and heads out on the final few runs before race day.
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01:49 TAPERING TIPS
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@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Are you training for a marathon? Got any race day tips for Sarah? Let us know in the comments below! ↓

@hairyairey 2 жыл бұрын

Just treat it as a long run Sarah, with lots of people following you!

@Ruateddybear2 2 жыл бұрын

Do not go out too fast! If you manage to do this let me know, I never manage to do that!

@joneaton3366 2 жыл бұрын

Great training Sarah, you have succeeded now the marathon will now be enjoyable tough You gave super tips there thanks. My dream is to maintain a good training for next year (not get injured this time) and race my 1st half marathon race . In the new forest if I can afford to pay and for travel. Looking forward to the race report and next video thank you guys happy running

@HS-fm9kv 2 жыл бұрын

During my last taper phase.... the extra spare time was filled by going to the pub..... loads of fun but with retrospect didn't do much for the cardio....

@danthomasburton 2 жыл бұрын

Just done my second marathon in 4 weeks. Blew up in Brighton by going out too fast so signed up to Manchester to try and redeem myself. Absolutely loved the event, even the last 10k which was difficult. Glad to say that I didn’t stop running once and finished in 3:00:24. Have fun and good luck!

@bertchalmers 2 жыл бұрын

Taper tip: follow the saying "never stand when you can sit, never sit when you can lie down, never be awake unless absolutely necessary " pretty much use this day to day too😄

@robertmcclure3586 2 жыл бұрын

Remember, it's just a 10K with a 20 mile warmup! Run Happy, smile through the pain, and cherish the miles as they tic by. Congrats in advance!

@snovak794 2 жыл бұрын

Love how honest and real Sarah gets on her runs. Anna too! Everyone talks about the good runs but not so much about the bad runs. I can absolutely appreciate all of the sides of prepping for a race and have thoroughly enjoyed both Sarah and Anna’s series. Rooting for you Sarah!

@hairyairey 2 жыл бұрын

Sarah is definitely not average in any way. Adorable!

@call_me_cooper 2 жыл бұрын

Every time I have a ‘bad’ run- i just tell myself, but you did it homie! You got out and ran! And THAT makes it a good one! But is also still feels nice to have good runs too 😂😂 🏃🏻‍♂️ 💨

@andrewcarey2582 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant by Sarah. There's an old timers' formula of allowing at least a mile per day between races, and if I've understood her right she will allow 21 days from her last race (half marathon) to the big event. Should do well. A couple of caramel brownies three hours before the gun also good.

@lisadobbelaere4661 2 жыл бұрын

Sarah, you are not crazy-maranoia is 100% real😆 I ran my fall marathon a couple weeks ago (only my 2nd ever) and I can tell you that I spent my entire taper period thinking about all the training sessions I’d missed and how I would be paying for it come race day…and then I didn’t. I resolved to just enjoy the day and forget about the outcome, and I ended up having a wonderful race. You will too. The taper is the final stage of preparing your body for the marathon-trust it and trust all the hard effort you’ve put in thus far as well! I’m so excited for you as your big day approaches-have a blast in Amsterdam!!! You’ve got this Sarah!!!❤️

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Lisa, this is really helpful! Congrats on finishing your second marathon as well!

@hagrats1237 2 жыл бұрын

Tapering is mentally one of the most difficult parts of marathon training. The temptation to throw in extra sessions or catch up on missed ones is immense. But there really is nothing that can be added at this stage, the work has already been done! And as for the mind games that I have with myself over the slightest ache or pain - unbelievable. So take it easy, it’s just about keeping your legs turning over.

@dennytong86 2 жыл бұрын

You've progressed so much since you've started the plan, so well done on all the hard work leading up to race day! You are going to perform exceptionally well on your first marathon! Enjoy the experience!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Denny!

@bayunugroho9750 2 жыл бұрын

i've been training for 6 months without knowing when to race my first marathon, i live in indonesia, and here we still struggling with covid-19, hope next year will be my first marathon. keep the spirit Sarah!

@robonixon83 2 жыл бұрын

My first marathon mantra was "Run Faster, Done Faster." :)

@ArthurDentDK 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice :D The founder of the beer brand Mikkeller has a similar one: Start out hard, then speed up gradually, and sprint to the finish!

@latchfordbob 2 жыл бұрын

I'm usually 'done' at 20 miles :)

@chivalrousghost886 2 жыл бұрын

Bucket list Race: South Downs 100 Ultra! It's the goal that I hope to work towards over the next few years as I pass my first half, full, and shorter ultra marathons.

@sophiebaartman5353 2 жыл бұрын

I've been following your series from the start and it's been really motivating for me! I am also running the Amsterdam Marathon as my first official marathon this Sunday and I'm really looking forward to it. The best of luck to you Sarah, and maybe I'll see you there!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support Sophie! Hope Sunday goes well for you too!

@TheFaceCreator 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve just managed my first 5k and I really want to run the London Parks half marathon in 2022. It’s the one I always thought would be epic to do and I guess it’s why I’ve started running (finally) 🤩

@rayh520 2 жыл бұрын

I used Sarah’s positive attitude and energy to help me focus and finish my first marathon last weekend…thank you Sarah!

@monicak181 2 жыл бұрын

My first marathon was in Amsterdam this time 4 years ago! I did not train for it anywhere near as much or as effectively as I should have done! I have since found the Running Channel and it's really bolstered my running and my technique. Definitely want to try another marathon and prep for it properly just like Sarah. Good luck with it all! You're amazing!!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awww thanks so much Monica! 🙂

@danielclark7960 2 жыл бұрын

I've neve been good at the taper, definitely one of the hardest parts of a training block. I'll be starting one shortly with the NYC Marathon now about 3 weeks away. Cheers!

@lorrainecowan7288 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck sera

@jenniferbraun2654 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck at New York! I've done it twice and it's amazing!

@vonny151 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this series! Looking forward to seeing your actual race now! Good luck!

@ninamaasable 2 жыл бұрын

Love this series! So helpful to hear you talk about tapering and ups and downs of mentally preparing!

@veganchambers6281 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly you are so inspirational, I love how real and down to earth you are so much so I’m thinking of doing my first full Marathon and I bet I’m not the only one . I would love to run the London marathon. I absolutely know you will complete your marathon and smash it , enjoy the atmosphere good luck 🤞

@guystockley9417 2 жыл бұрын

Great series. I love the honesty, all the misery that you feel is very relatable for me. Best of luck in your race. Can’t wait to see the next video and cheer for you when you cross the finish line.👍🏻

@sarahpollicott2305 2 жыл бұрын

Well done on completing all your training Sarah! I’ve been watching all your videos as well as some other great ones from the running channel. I’ve been training for my first marathon, Manchester marathon which I ran last Sunday. It was so helpful to watch these videos in the run up to the big day and know that some of the things I was experiencing were completely normal. I had a good taper period that made me really paranoid but it worked out so great. I was well rested for the day and able to give it my best. I had the most amazing time. I hope you have a wonderful time on the day! Can’t wait to see the video of how you get on x

@radoslaviliev7747 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sarah, been following your preparation for the marathon. I can only dream to run one one day, still struggling with my 5k runs, but you've been an inspiration for me and I wish you best of luck for your run in Amsterdam. I am sure you'll do well, and make sure you enjoy the moment.

@runninggirl5077 2 жыл бұрын

You can make it!! Takes it step by step

@lucindachambers3855 2 жыл бұрын

I've absolutely loved this series, I was in training for a half marathon but I've been delayed by injury. This series has got me eager to get back out there as soon as possible. Best of luck for your race! You're amazing!

@williambird3125 2 жыл бұрын

Just did my first half marathon and struggling to get back into the swing of things but following this I've definitely been excited to try and do a marathon next year.. signed up for the London marathon ballot! So thanks for the inspo. I'm sure your smash it

@colleenredmond2149 2 жыл бұрын

I am also running my first marathon the same day as Sarah and it has been awesome and so helpful following along this series. I have also struggled on some of my long runs, when just the previous week I had a great one so I love how relatable this is and how open Sarah is with her struggles. Best of luck in Amsterdam, you'll crush it! My bucket list would be NYC!

@jodiedineen5503 2 жыл бұрын

Have loved watching your journey. So excited for you, you’ve got this!! 🙌

@katietorreswelch 2 жыл бұрын

You’re doing an amazing job, Sarah!! I know how frustrating it is to miss/shorten a session at the end of your training cycle…but you just need to remind yourself that overall you’ve put in soooo much hard work that for sure has prepared you to run an amazing race! I’m tapering right now as well (for me second half). We are so close! Keep it up! 👍👍

@aliceglossop5227 2 жыл бұрын

I felt the exact same after watching the London marathon footage- I had my last long run of 12 miles that day ahead of my own first marathon on the 17th too and after watching the footage just felt overwhelmed by “I cannot do that!” 😬😬😬 You’ll rock Amsterdam! You’ve got such great training and support behind you.

@GeezLouise 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your honesty about your process😃 I do relate and it’s helpful to know that I am not the only one who feels this way sometimes

@dougmoore7424 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great tips and reminders. Im approaching my 7th marathon and after 10 years of this, I am just minutes away from BQ. So, with that said… bucket list race is Boston! :)

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching Doug! Fingers crossed for that unicorn!

@berliozchick 2 жыл бұрын

You've got this! Wishing you the best of luck for the marathon. I popped in, as I'm in recovery week after my first half-marathon (it was a blast), because your vlogs are enjoyable, real, and encouraging. I do notice here that your running style looks so much more fluid and strong than in your early videos (I missed quite a few, so your improvements are even more noticeable, like a kid you haven't seen for a year who is now a foot taller!). Wow! Your run may have been "blah" but you looked very fit and ready for your marathon. Yes, I certainly got very nervous before my race. Why do we put pressure on ourselves, or is this fear of pain😊? What helped me was focussing on being relaxed, pacing behind other runners, sometimes imagining someone was "towing" me, and feeling so grateful for the experience. Well, Sarah, you look amazingly strong. Good luck!

@socorrohernandez2025 2 жыл бұрын

So excited for you!! Best of luck!! I know you’ll do great!

@karendemeyere8726 2 жыл бұрын

Watching you train for your first marathon has been so inspirational! I'm not quite there yet, as I have only ran my first 10K a few months ago, but I'm already dreaming of the day I will run my first (half) marathon thanks to you!

@nathanridding8345 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with the marathon Sarah! I've really enjoyed following your journey in this series - you've inspired me start training for my first marathon 🏃

@hargrimza1310 2 жыл бұрын

Watching all these marathon training series and actual marathons the last few weeks has been so inspiring! I'm training for my first 5K right now, but the big bucket list race is the Comrades Marathon. Hope to run that in 2023. I'll be watching (only on TV sadly) Cape Town and Amsterdam this weekend. To Sarah and everyone else running. Whether it's your 1st or 50th, sub 3 hours or just to finish, you are an inspiration! Good luck from South Africa

@satuholm845 2 жыл бұрын

I've really enjoyed watching this series. So honest and encouraging.

@iankent8102 2 жыл бұрын

Everything you are and feeling now is perfectly normal Sarah, just keep calm and focused and you will be just fine! Good luck for race day, I hope everything goes your way but regardless of what happens, enjoy it! It's an unforgettable experience! Thank you for the series, have really enjoyed watching and can't wait to see the final episode.

@joliendecoster6562 2 жыл бұрын

Hi runningmates! I actually started running because of the coronavirus, because you couldn't do much else from sports (gyms were closed, contact sports were not allowed, ...). I started very slowly and gradually built up. I couldn't even run 5 km straight. But recently I even ran 20 km from Brussels and the 10 miles from Antwerp... (in Belgium) I'm happy with what I've already been able to achieve on my own, so maybe one day a marathon who knows! :) Good luck in advance Sarah, I'm sure you will be able to do this! You've got this!! ;) Videos from the Runningchannel are therefore very inspiring for me to keep going and to get tips about running in general! Like it a lot!! Keep up the good work!! :)

@t.c.9838 2 жыл бұрын

"That run was a bit of a 'blah'" Yes Sara... I totally get that! That was me after my last long run on my Sunday Long Run. I was somewhat disappointed after the run frankly put off by the whole thing. But it happens. Which means the good runs will be even more appreciated. Best of luck on your journey.

@rogerrichards8048 2 жыл бұрын

Your heartfelt honesty about the highs & lows is something I think many will appreciate. I am certain the next 2 weeks will allow your leg soreness to sort itself out and you’ll be flying to Amsterdam brimming with confidence that you can get it done. We’re all pulling for you Sarah. Go do it!🏃🏻‍♂️

@lesedwards3347 2 жыл бұрын

Have very much enjoyed this series of videos, wishing you lots of luck for Amsterdam!

@MarieRossiter 2 жыл бұрын

Sarah, I keep saying this but you are such a breath of fresh air. I love how open you are about your runs--the good, the bad, and the ugly. As someone who will never do a marathon but struggles with the mind game of racing, it is a relief to see someone who shares the doubts and insecurities, especially someone young and as fit as you. I didn't start running until my late 40s and I was more than 330 pounds. I'm now 50 and keep plugging away towards my best self. My pace is slow, but I'm consistent. What I do and what you do are light years apart, yet somehow, you make me feel like I'm part of the same universe. You have got this and I can't wait to cheer you on from here in the States!

@GeezLouise 2 жыл бұрын

After watching these videos of you getting ready for your first marathon I feel so much better about my first marathon which is in 12 days. I didn’t know that what I was going through was normal. Thank you for being honest about your process and and so making mine better.

@Estertje93 Жыл бұрын

How did it go?

@ginam4870 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tapering tips! I’ve loved following along with this whole series

@adamwood6931 2 жыл бұрын

loved following your progress, I've been training along side you for my first Marathon in york on the 17th October. Good luck with Amsterdam 👍

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Good luck to you too!

@mad_incognito 2 жыл бұрын

I just started my taper for my first marathon in San Diego 11 days from now. So good luck on your race - you’re one week ahead of me. So far my training went pretty well w/o an injury or bigger niggles but I had to take a week off 3 weeks before the racce due to a cold which turned my last long run into a mental and physical struggle. The race makes me feel excited and nervous at the same time so I take ‘one step at a time'

@theMad155 2 жыл бұрын

Love following your journey!

@jdsflk2792 2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, my bucket list is quite simple, just running a marathon. So far, I've run a half in 1:54:27 and a 5k in 20:51. I've just started to train for my second half which will take place in January, my aim is a sub 1:50. Currently running a marathon seems like a big achievement requiring a lot of strides yet to come.

@neebo898 2 жыл бұрын

If you're only new to running you have vast time improvement ahead of you. Those are good times

@heatherewert9934 2 жыл бұрын

So lovely seeing your progress! Ive just done my second half (5 years apart!) and Im just enjoying getting out there at the moment. I think my bucket list run would be the royal parks half in london - always feel so at home whenever I get to run there!

@jamesh284 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck for Sunday!!! You’ve got this!!!

@tonyreeves5083 2 жыл бұрын

Another lovely video, Sarah - well done! My London Marathon did not go as planned - 1:50 for the first half, 2:30 for the second!!! Lots of pain from Mile 18 to the finish. I guess the lesson is that EVERYTHING has to go well for you to hit your "A Goal" so do prepare for things not to be perfect. Very best of luck! We'll be watching.

@chandaharkins4418 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see another video! Tapering is very strange - lots of extra time, and the anxiety can run rampant. I'm having a very difficult time trusting my training. I am so excited to hear how your race goes! Best wishes!

@elsaananas7321 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just watching this now but I can relate to everything you're saying so much!! Ran my first ever marathon last Sunday in Amsterdam too and it was such a great experience and went really well but the two weeks before I didn't feel good and stressed so much about everything and also tried hard not to get a cold or something. But all the four months of training were so worth it! Can't wait for your video of last Sunday!!

@klaudeew 2 жыл бұрын

Go Sarah! I hope everything goes well until race day! How exciting it must be! I just hope in one year’s time I’ll be able to do my first marathon as well - before I turn 40! Hard to find the time with small kids around, but this year I’m determined not to pause running through the winter. Which is a challenge, being in Canada and all :)) Big thanks to you and your friends at The Running Channel for the videos! I find them very insightful and inspiring! Keep it up!!! Claudiu P.

@hannahmorgan7213 2 жыл бұрын

I love you Sarah!! I started running last year, August 8th, and now I am training for my very 1st half! Best of luck! I believe in you

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Hannah! All the best for your half marathon training!

@andrewbayley6515 2 жыл бұрын

I had been looking forward to this video as I wanted to learn about how best to approach tapering. Found this very useful and watched it twice, (although that's partly because I spent the first half of the video realising I recognised the park and enjoy going through it as part of my long runs). Best of luck.

@Ecclesbury 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve really enjoyed this series as I start to think about doing my first marathon. Bucket list race: The Green Man Ultra in Bristol. 45 miles and run twice a year in opposite directions. I’d love to get my hands on a buckle for doing it twice in the same year! Good luck in Amsterdam Sarah!

@Cassandra2739 2 жыл бұрын

you're gonna do great Sarah, it's been such an inspiration to watch your training!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@ykgarunningjourneyjournal.3272 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got this! All the training you have done has been the toughest part. Now just enjoy the day, the atmosphere & the run when it comes.

@katrinaauld3624 2 жыл бұрын

Love the timing since I’m mentally struggling through my taper right now too! Bucket list is getting over to the UK for the marathon one day 🤞

@grolillkland6991 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck Sarah! I'm training to run my first half marathon in December (not race) and then I will start my training for a full marathon race in April. Feel like i've taken a bit much on, however your commitment and the experiences you share, keeps me going! Lots of love

@Kelly_Ben 2 жыл бұрын

You're going to do great, I can't wait to see the video of your awesome race! Marathonoia is real!! Being an aspiring endurance rider and beginner ultra runner, I'd love to run AND ride in the Man V Horse back to back. My bucket list race is the Glen Coe Skyline in Scotland. I took a deep dive into KZfaq during lockdown and got my ultra fire lit, and went from couch to 50k in 2020. (I run 5 and 10ks every year, then take 4-5 months off every icy winter.) so I only gave myself 2 years to get in mountain ultra shape and get my rusty rock scrambling skills back... eek!! I'm still aiming for 2022, fingers crossed!!

@loriarnold2125 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got quite a while before I get to my taper as I’m not running until Edinburgh 22; however, it’s what I’m most nervous about! Watching you go through training for your first marathon has been so helpful. Thank you for taking us along!

@tzey1 2 жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to your marathon video - you got this!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😀

@lindsaycoates6778 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with the marathon, Sarah! 🎉🎉 London marathon is definitely on my bucket list 🤞

@jsal0810 2 жыл бұрын

Just started training for my first 5k in 20 years , loving all the advice and videos.

@mtimmons441 2 жыл бұрын

I love the honesty. Keep up the great training and KNOW that you are prepared. Try to enjoy the journey, when you arrive take it all in. You got this!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maria!

@Kar41run 2 жыл бұрын

Love love love this series as I ran my first marathon too (virtual London), I would love to try Mizuno 25 as I have loved my 24’s. Bucket list race actual London Marathon because the virtual was mentally hard without sights and crowd support. Keep going Sarah, you’ve got this 🙌

@brinsur 2 жыл бұрын

I'm excited for you and definitely gonna be cheering you on from here. my bucket list race is gonna have to be the Moab 240. a 240 mile race in Utah

@racheleleanor1992 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your training journey with us Sarah. Just had a quick google and realised that the marathon is this weekend! Massive good luck, I'm sure you'll be absolutely fine. Remember it's your victory lap and you can do hard things xxx

@nathandavies327 2 жыл бұрын

It's been great watching this series. You're definitely ready for race day! Go and enjoy the marathon

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nathan!

@garycooper3777 2 жыл бұрын

great video, since finding your channel (as a relatively new runner) I have learnt so much (rather than just running the same distance at the same speed everytime). Keep up the awesome content

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary! Much appreciated!

@larainefallows7207 2 жыл бұрын

It was a pleasure meeting you at the Adidas run. You have so got this, so enjoy your first marathon and soak up the whole experience. I'm looking forward to running the 2022 Berlin Marathon with my son for my 60th so that can be ticked off my bucket list x

@maranr 2 жыл бұрын

Love these marathon training series. Thanks so much Sarah. I am just getting started at 60 but it inspires me to boldly go there one day - but still got a long way to go. First 10k, then half and then who knows. (Anything is possible - William Shatner - Captain Kirk just went to space at 90...) Right now, all my runs are less-than-tapering.

@sarahpollicott2305 2 жыл бұрын

My best ever tip given to me on running a marathon was 20 mile warm up for a 10K race or start slow finish fast. So many people set off and ran off ahead of me but I stuck to my pace. After the half way point I started catching them up, by 18 miles I’d passed most of them and by 24 overtook them all. It was an incredible feeling to not hit the dreaded wall and actually race to the end rather than staggering across the finish. I hope that helps you out xx

@michaelrheiner2415 2 жыл бұрын

Excited for you! No matter how much I run, my length and volume, I am totally intimidated by the marathon and seriously struggling to commit. But it’s all in my head…I excited to see how you get on with race day….it’s an amazing mental and physical feat!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Michael! Appreciate your support 🙂

@pramitshah9573 2 жыл бұрын

Great series. Really has inspired me to build my running. Managed a half marathon. Next target is marathon. Bucket list would be London and New York

@AlbertWeijers 2 жыл бұрын

Rotterdam 2022 is on my bucketlist, first marathon for me! (And I'll be 53 then). Sarah, best of luck in Amsterdam next Sunday, I'll be tracking you as you are running! Last week I did the Eindhoven half marathon, what an atmosphere! It's such a positive vibe, everybody cheering you on.

@kieronturner2667 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing with this video 😁 I have my first ever running event a week Saturday which is potentially marathon distance and a bit more. I wasn't too sure how to see out these two weeks so this helps. Good luck with your marathon 🤞👍

@kimmcb8037 2 жыл бұрын

Absolute best of luck with the marathon Sarah, I am hoping we can all track you on race day. I ran my first marathon in 2019 when I was 47, and I can honestly say that the sense of achievement was the best feeling ever - so few people comparatively run a marathon. Trust the work you have done, and try and enjoy every minute of it - even at mile 20 when it gets tough!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kim!

@jenniea2157 2 жыл бұрын

During my taper for the Chester Marathon I looked for some sports mediation sessions on KZfaq & listened to them several times in the week before. They really helped me - I felt so much calmer on the day than I expected & I am sure it is because of these sessions. The other thing I did was work out my race strategy; how would I feel at each stage mile including when it got difficult. For difficult periods I turned up my music, had a big drink, repeated my mantra & forced myself to smile!

@johndudley2030 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree about the marathon inspiring you! I've been ill for a few weeks so unable to run at all...yet put my name down for next year's London ballot 😆 it's so great to have got to taper as fit and well as you have. Enjoy the feeling and trust that all the hard work is banked. Then concentrate on enjoying your race and don't go off too fast!

@loriwhitson2098 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got this! Thanks for sharing your journey!

@GovernmentName95 2 жыл бұрын

This series has been so inspiring and enjoyable as someone who aspires to run a marathon. Go crush it out there, Sarah!!!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tsubakichan 2 жыл бұрын

Sarah -the emotions (and physical niggles) you are feeling are totally normal. Overall, it sounds like you are in the right mental space for the training, taper and upcoming race. You've totally got this!

@marcusgrainger3329 2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck this Sunday! With some of my mantras I try to convince myself 'I'm light as a feather' and 'I'm zooming along this course' in the hopes it puts an extra spring in my step.

@augustengell8262 2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck on Sunday!! You will do great! I am still looking forward to do my first marathon

@TheDangerousKid 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck in Amsterdam! Great to watch I hope you have a good day. London was amazing 🤩

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@maggiewray9315 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun on your 1st Marathon Sarah! I’m also running my 1st Half Marathon in 11 days! I was looking for tapering tips and your video popped up! 😊 I’m so excited and nervous at the same time. Thanks for the tapering tips!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you found some good tips, Maggie! Good luck with your half marathon 🙂

@gdaygal_raid7104 2 жыл бұрын

Massively rooting for you Sarah! Top of my bucket list is Boston, followed by Berlin! I ran London on the 3rd as my first one and the atmosphere of the day carried me far more than a extra 5k on my taper weeks would have. You've got this!

@sonicseaweed 2 жыл бұрын

I was gearing up for a marathon next year. I'm old and started old, so I have to take it really slow, and after a couple of half marathons my foot got real cranky (My self diagnosis is problem with the plantar fascia and posterior tibialis). Eventually I'll probably go to a doctor or something, but I'm too stubborn to give up just yet. Cautious training and monitoring for rehab. Now I feel I have been set back a long ways. Watching this makes the mental battle seem a bit more doable, so thank you!

@mikelinford9784 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your positive energy, Sarah. Best of luck in Amsterdam, and leave everything on the course.

@ryanconner4987 2 жыл бұрын

Super inspiring! Great advice!

@parmeshmoodley5514 2 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring and real. Thanks for sharing. Good luck Sarah

@sandytaylorf144 2 жыл бұрын

Well done with the training, and enjoy race day you will smash it 👏👏

@aylaamon3267 2 жыл бұрын

So excited to see you run your first marathon! I hope you enjoy absolutely every second of it!! Something that I have found helps me when I'm at that point where everything hurts and I want to stop: I start encouraging everyone else that I see/pass/that passes me. And I force myself to lift my head up and smile. The marathon reminds you that you're human in the best way, and you should celebrate yourself and everyone around you running. YOU GOT THIS!!! Bucket Run: This is cheating, but I want to do all of the World Marathon Majors and run one marathon (or longer) in each state.

@andersonteo4879 2 жыл бұрын

So exciting to see you getting ready for Amsterdam Marathon. Go enjoy every moment of it!

@arleenm7367 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! Beware of those "phantom" pains while you're tapering. My bucket list race now would be the Loch Ness Marathon up in Scotland.

@alisonbinns7158 2 жыл бұрын

Loch Ness is awesome! Did it for my first marathon, beautiful course, hills near the end but great finish and the organisation and atmosphere are fantastic. Hope you get to do it.

@ben_imaging 2 жыл бұрын

This is perfect timing! I'm just organising my plan for my first marathon (Brighton 2022).

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Good luck with your training 😀

@susierobertson2703 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video Sarah and I wish you the best in Amsterdam! I'm running the Yorkshire marathon on the same day (also my first marathon!) So I've loved following your journey. I also really needed to hear that it's ok to feel sluggish when tapering, as I've really felt that this week and really doubted if I would be able to run a whole marathon on Sunday - but I'm doing my best to keep the faith! My bucket list run is the Manchester to Liverpool ultra run - I would love to be able to run that one day, maybe 2023. Good luck!

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Susie and good luck for Sunday too! Trust your training 💪and you'll be absolutely fine! Enjoy the day 😀

@hollyandersen9394 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with the tapering process and with trying not to fill the extra time with stressing about the race. Honestly, I think that would be difficult. Thank you for sharing your experience. Can't wait to see how the race goes!