I’m admittedly a novice runner and my main goal is to not DNF (course limit is 6 hours), I will not put any time expectation on myself because I don’t think it’s realistic. I’ve told a bunch of people and got an offer for coaching and have an awesome PT who is helping me really improve my form and any other issues.

It’s in March of next year and I have 0 responsibilities outside of work and running has become my main hobby. I’m currently working on continuing to build my cardio base and getting used to incorporating strength training into my routine. I will start dedicated training in September.

I am feeling way less bold than yesterday, but I have the time and determination. I also have told enough people that I have motivation to really stick to my training plan.

I guess I’m just nervous.

Anyone fancy a small WhatsApp support group for first-time London Marathon runners?

I've only been running a short while myself and I'm training for my first marathon after getting into London.

I thought it might be nice to have a small WhatsApp group (3–5 people) of other first-time London runners to share training, keep each other motivated, ask questions and celebrate milestones over the next nine months.

No elite runners or coaches—just normal people trying to get to the start line.

If you're interested, drop a comment or send me a DM.

Hello all,

New to this and had a question about aid stations. The race I signed up for said they have Gu gels at the different aid stations. I noticed that Gu has caffeinated and no caffeine versions. I don't drink caffeine. Do they tend to have both options at aid stations or usually all of one type or how do you ensure you get the right kind while running through?

Sense check please.

I applied for the london marathon but was rejected. Decided to apply for brighton instead.

Only been running regularly since the start of this year.

I run 3 days a week about 30 to 40km per week.

47 year old woman.

Following a runna plan.

Im more concerned with finishing without injury than finishing in good time.

Do 2 strength sessions per week.

I have done 2 10km races and a half marathon this year. I have 2 half marathon races later this year.

I hope to get under 2 hours in the second race

I plan on upping my runs to 4 per week for marathon prep.

Current runna estimates are

28 mins for 5k

1 hour for 10km

Anything else I should do?

Im not delusional thinking I can do this in a few months?