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How to Train for Your First Marathon — Practical Tips for New Runners

How to Train for Your First Marathon — Practical Tips for New Runners

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 How do you train, prepare, and stay motivated for your first marathon? In this inspiring episode of the Active Health Podcast, Dr. Juliet McGrattan sits down with Nancy Gillen, a first-time marathon runner who recently completed her debut 26.2 miles. Whether you're considering signing up for your first race, are already deep into training, or simply love hearing real stories from everyday athletes, this episode is packed with practical tips, encouragement, and expert insights. Nancy shares her honest journey—from the moment she decided to take on a marathon challenge to the ups and downs of training, staying consistent, managing injuries, handling pre-race nerves, and what it really feels like crossing the finish line for the first time. Dr. Juliet brings her medical, coaching, and running expertise to the conversation, offering guidance on beginner marathon training plans, injury prevention, fueling and hydration, mindset for long-distance running, and how to stay healthy while increasing your mileage. Listeners will learn how to avoid common first-timer mistakes, when to adjust training, how to balance busy life with long-run schedules, and what to expect during race week and on marathon day. If you're dreaming of running your first marathon—or supporting someone who is—this uplifting episode will give you the motivation, confidence, and knowledge to get started and keep going.

Keywords: first marathon, beginner marathon training, how to run a marathon, marathon motivation, training tips for new runners, marathon mistakes to avoid, long-distance running advice, running health, marathon stories, running mindset, marathon preparation, Dr. Juliet McGrattan, Active Health podcast.

Host: Dr. Juliet McGrattan

Recorded: October 20, 2021

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