After our interview with Advanced Marathoning author Pete Pfitzinger, I wanted to dig deeper into some of the key lessons he shared about smart, effective marathon training — from threshold workouts to the value of interval sessions and when (or if) to add doubles.
This newsletter pulls together all of the guides inspired by that conversation, so you can put his best advice straight into your own training plan.
Oh, and if you’ve got your sights set on that Abbott Seven Star medal, we’ve got you covered there, too:
Here’s how to get into each of the 7 Abbot World Marathon Majors: From Tokyo to NYC, every entry method, qualifying standard, and lottery tip for 2026.
The ultimate threshold run guide: Train smarter, run faster, and build endurance: Why this key workout is the foundation of marathon fitness (and how to nail it).
Is doubling up right for you?How to know if running twice a day will actually benefit your training, or tire you out.
Interval training: Techniques, benefits, and smarter workouts: The workouts that power elite runners — and how to add them into your own plan.
Here’s how to get into each of the 7 Abbot World Major Marathons – From Tokyo to NYC, every entry method, qualifying standard, and lottery tip for 2026 and beyond.
How to run your smartest marathon:A masterclass with Pete Pfitzinger, the author of the legendary running book Advanced Marathoning.
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In our recent chat with marathon legend and coach Pete Pfitzinger, he emphasized one thing all serious marathoners should do: get in at least one threshold workout per week.
Threshold runs train your body to hold faster paces longer and recover quicker. We’ll break down exactly how to do them (without overdoing it!) and share a few time-based workouts you can plug right into your training plan.
Pfitzinger told us he’s removed doubles from most of his current training plans—but that they can still be an effective tool if you’re trying to increase mileage safely and have the time.
We break down when doubles make sense, who should avoid them, and how to use them without overtraining.
Interval sessions aren’t just for elites — they’re one of the most effective ways to build speed and endurance. In Advanced Marathoning, Pete Pfitzinger includes them as a cornerstone of his plans, and we do the same in our Marathon Handbook training programs.
I’ll break down how to structure your intervals, balance recovery, and add these workouts into your own plan for maximum results.
Dreaming of running one, or all, of the Abbott World Marathon Majors?
Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York each have their own unique—and sometimes confusing—entry systems.
In this guide, we break down every way to qualify or gain entry, from time standards to lottery odds and charity spots, so that you can turn that dream bib into reality.
Olympian and author Pete Pfitzinger joins the Marathon Handbook Podcast to talk about the new 4th edition of Advanced Marathoning—the classic training guide for serious runners. We discuss how marathon training has evolved with super shoes, sports science, and smarter fueling strategies, plus timeless lessons for building your best race yet. A must-listen/watch if you're interested in the marathon!
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