Half Marathons & Marathons Archives

Spectacular Ideas for Disney Marathon Signs

January 5, 2026 Christine Luff 0

Cheering on your favorite runner at a Disney marathon isn’t just about clapping and shouting their name—it’s a blast to be part of the fun and supportive atmosphere at the races. As a running coach, […]

Half Marathon Beginner Training Schedule

November 10, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Congratulations on your decision to train for a half marathon! This 12-week half marathon beginner training schedule (see schedule below) is perfect for a beginner runner, a first-time half-marathoner, or anyone whose goal is to […]

10 Things Not to Say to Marathon Runners

October 26, 2025 Christine Luff 0

If you’re not a runner, you may find yourself confused about how to talk to marathon runners. They seem to speak their own language and may get upset or annoyed by comments that you consider […]

Marathon Tapering Tips from a Running Coach

October 18, 2025 Christine Luff 0

The tapering phase is a critical part of your marathon training. During the last couple of weeks of your training, it’s important that you taper, or cut back your mileage, to give your body and mind […]

What to Do the Week Before a Marathon

October 13, 2025 Christine Luff 0

After months of training for a marathon, it may feel strange that your final preparations for the race would include very little running. Many marathoners-in-training are nervous (totally normal!) and get the urge to run […]

13 Things to Know Before Running a Half Marathon

September 26, 2025 Christine Luff 0

So you think you may want to train for and run a half marathon, but do you really know what’s involved? Here are 13 things to know about training for and running a half marathon, […]

10 Marathon Mistakes to Avoid in Your First Marathon

September 23, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Whether you’re running your first marathon or your tenth, there are a lot of things that could go wrong during your training and racing. Here are some of the most common marathon training and running […]

Half Marathon Spectator Sign Ideas

September 21, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Half marathon runners love to read signs as they cover the 13.1-mile race distance. They break up the monotony, provide inspiration, and give them a reason to laugh when they may be feeling some pain […]

Funny and Inspiring Half Marathon Quotes

September 19, 2025 Christine Luff 0

The half marathon race (13.1 miles) is a unique test of endurance, discipline, and willpower. Whether you’re lacing up your shoes for your first race or you’re a seasoned runner chasing a personal record, a […]

13 Half Marathon Training Tips from a Running Coach

September 17, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Whether you’re training for your first or 21st half marathon, some of the same basic training tips and principles apply. You should follow the golden rules of running, such as listening to your body, replacing […]