Running With A Group As Part Of Your Marathon Training Schedule

Your marathon training schedule should include group runs in order to keep your training fun and fresh. Training groups can easily be found by visiting your local running shoe store, and asking about clubs and group runs that often leave from the store itself.

It's important to choose a group that is around your fitness level. Don't be tempted to join a group that is slightly above your level so that you can 'move up.' This inevitably turns into a path to injury, since you will push yourself at the pace of the group, and usually ignore what your body tells you.

Most running groups have a variety of levels of runners. Ask what pace other runners in the group are planning on running per mile of the training run, so that you can plan accordingly. Training with a group is a great way to learn new running routes, as well as meet new friends with similar goals. Best of luck and train smart! I recommend The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer