Fall Marathon Training and Injury Prevention
By Chris Lauretani, PT, MS, CSCS, CKTP
Physical Therapist and Injury & Rehab Consultant
Depending on which fall marathon you are planning to run, chances are by mid-August, you have begun your training. Whether your plan calls for 3, 4, 5, or 6 days of training, these late summer runs can be a grind, especially when juggling, work, kids and the hot, humid, summer weather. If you are running your first marathon or your twenty first, there are a few things to keep in mind as you continue your training so you are not limping to the start in October or November. The following post with focus on outlining some exercises that are important in the development of your summer training routine as well as some hydration facts and tips to carry you through the race.
Fall Marathon Strength Training and Hydration Basics