Category: Ali’s Run Journey
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How to prevent injuries when beginning to run
Injuries don’t have to be a part of running, smart training and a focus on recovery can help avoid that! When you start out running, it can take a bit of time to start enjoying it as your body adjusts to this different stress on your body. BUT there will come a time when it…
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The Road to Barcelona Marathon: Ali Edition
Ali survived….just! Super proud of him for getting to the finish line here, not an easy one. The training was not smooth sailing unfortunately with injuries popping up throughout the final weeks of preparation which really tested Ali’s resolve, to the point where he didn’t think he was going to do it. But he overcame…
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The Road to Barcelona Marathon: Ali Edition Week 5
Introduction: When Running Isn’t an Option Marathon training isn’t just about logging kilometers, it’s also about being able to listen to your body and know when to pause and recover. This week, Ali faced a significant challenge as his lower leg pain worsened. Instead of pushing through, we made the tough decision to stop running…
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The Road to Barcelona Marathon: Ali Edition Week 4
Setbacks happen Marathon training isn’t just about progress, it’s also about managing setbacks. This week, Ali faced his first real challenge: calf pain. Whether it was from lifting too heavy in the gym or simply the accumulation of kms over the past few weeks, the discomfort impacted both his physical ability and his motivation. Instead…
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The Road To Barcelona Marathon: Ali Edition
Listening to the Body Week 3 of marathon training brought some valuable lessons, a bit of unexpected discomfort, and some solid progress. Ali completed 20km over two runs, missing one run due to feeling unwell. While it can be frustrating to miss a workout, an important part of training is recognizing when to rest. Pushing…
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The Road To Barcelona Marathon: Ali Edition Week 2
Pushing Boundaries Week 2 of marathon training is in the books, and Ali has taken another step forward. This week saw longer runs, some mental challenges, and a few tweaks to his routine to keep him on track. Our focus has been on increasing his mileage steadily while helping him stay injury-free and confident. Let’s…
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The Road To Barcelona Marathon: Ali edition
Introduction: Can Anyone Run a Marathon? What does it take to go from almost no running to finishing a marathon in just 2.5 months? That’s what we’re about to find out. Meet Ali: a 25-year-old student in Barcelona and my first-ever coaching client. Together, we’re tackling the Barcelona Marathon, and this blog will document his…
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