๐Ÿซ€ Zone 2 Training, Explained


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Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ

Katelyn here with newsletter #407!

Ready, Set, Half! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

The Houston Half just wrapped up, and weโ€™re still buzzing from Conner Mantzโ€™s incredible performance, setting a new American record! ๐Ÿ†

If youโ€™re inspired to crush your own half marathon, now is the perfect time to start planning. A half marathon is not only a fantastic standalone goal but also an excellent tune-up race for anyone training for a spring marathon.

This week, weโ€™re diving into everything you need to know about half marathonsโ€”from training strategies to fueling tips. Letโ€™s get ready to hit those starting lines!

๐Ÿ… Hereโ€™s why you should run a tune-up race during training season: Discover how racing during training can boost your performance and confidence.
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โ€‹To Zone 2 or Not to: Discover the hype behind this "fat-burning," endurance-boosting sweet spot for runners! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ’ช

๐Ÿ”ฅ Will Selemon Barega run the fastest marathon debut in history? The Olympic champion takes on 26.2 milesโ€”will he rewrite the record books?

๐ŸŒ Do I need to fuel during a half marathon? Learn when, why, and how to fuel for peak performance in your next half.

๐Ÿš€ Fast finish long runs: Endurance training meets speed: End your long runs strong to prepare for race-day surges and kick finishes.

โฑ๏ธ How to run a sub-2-hour half marathon: Break the 2-hour barrier with our expert-backed plan and pacing tips.

Happy runningโ€”and donโ€™t forget to channel your inner Conner Mantz! ๐Ÿฅ‡โœจ

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

๐Ÿ… Hereโ€™s Why You Should Run a Tune-up Race During Training Seasonโ€‹

๐Ÿ’ช Ready to crush your big race?

A tune-up is your perfect dress rehearsal, helping you fine-tune pacing, fueling, and gear strategies while boosting confidence. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ What Is Zone 2 Training, and Should I Be Doing It?โ€‹

Katelyn, Alex, and Michael explain Zone 2 training for runners. When is your heart rate in "zone 2," should you always run in that zone, and what about workouts? All these questions and more are answered in our video clip from our latest episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast.๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ

โ€‹Watch the full video of the episode here.โ€‹

Or listen and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts:

๐Ÿ… Will Selemon Barega Run the Fastest Marathon Debut In History?โ€‹

๐Ÿ† The 2021 Olympic 10,000m champ is running Seville next month. Could he outperform the menโ€™s London Marathon field?
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๐ŸŒ Do I Need To Fuel During A Half Marathon? Fueling Strategy Explainedโ€‹

๐ŸŒ Wondering if mid-race fueling is necessary for 13.1 miles?

Learn how to avoid hitting "the wall" with smart strategies for fueling, hydration, and carb timing so you can finish strong! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

๐Ÿš€ Fast Finish Long Runs: Endurance Training Meets Speedโ€‹

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฅ Take your long runs to the next level by finishing strong.

Build stamina, simulate race-day fatigue, and boost your mental toughness with this game-changing workout! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

โฑ๏ธ How To Run A Sub 2 Hour Half Marathon + Training Planโ€‹

Dreaming of a sub-2-hour half marathon? ๐Ÿ’ญโฑ๏ธ

This expert-designed plan combines pacing strategies, long runs, and tempo workouts to help you crush that 13.1-mile goal! ๐ŸŽฏโœจ

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