Marathon Training in Summer
Training for that fall marathon during the summer months? I know I am! I bet you would like to know more about how to train during the hot summer months and still have a successful marathon training cycle…
In this episode, our marathon training expert, coach Lufeng Zou from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team will reveal expert tips to help you continue your training even if it is hot, humid, and sunny outside!
Whether this is your first summer training for a marathon or you have trained for multiple marathons and still don’t seem to nail your training during the hot summer months, this is the episode for you to feel confident heading into your marathon training cycle!
Listen to the Podcast Episode during your next run!
Watch the LIVE video version of this episode below on YouTube!
We answer the following questions and get into so much more during this informative listener submitted questions chat:
– Is summer or winter marathon training harder
– What is dew point
– Should I take a rest day when the air quality is unhealthy or not safe
– What is heat exhaustion and what are the warning signs
– When is it TOO HOT to run outside
– How can I simulate high humidity with treadmill running indoors
– Impact of heat on the body
– Is it normal to nap after my long runs
– How to safely run in the dark to beat the sun and heat
– Lack of hunger after long runs in the summer
– Best type of fabric to wear while running in the summer
– How to maintain easy pace with increasing cadence
– How much should you slow down and adjust pace in the summer
– When should you see a lower heart rate with easy running
– How to program workouts in the summer
– Marathon training for a flat race and when you should incorporate hills
– When is the best times to run in the summer
– Zone 2 training and the impact of sleep, stress, menstrual cycle, and fueling
Get all of coach Lu’s previous episodes as well as his full bio here
Want the structured run and strength plan with motivation and accountability to reach your highest running potential and crush your summer marathon training? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here!
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Get the full deep dive story on how Duane Scotti conquered summer marathon training last year
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Marathon Training Guide for Beginner and Advanced Runners with Longevity in Mind!
This marathon training guide is designed to cater to both beginner and advanced runners who are seeking to achieve their marathon goals while prioritizing longevity and minimizing the risk of injuries.
This resource is filled with videos, podcast episodes, and training teaching you the principles of marathon mindset, base building, strength training, nutrition, gradual progression, adequate rest and recovery, and well-rounded training to support your long-term running journey.
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Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years.
Duane initially started running as an adult, wanting to add some cardio to his gym sessions. After having a hip surgery, his doctor advised him to get off the treadmill and run outside. Without having fully recovered, Duane suffered a running-related hamstring tendon injury and many others as a novice runner.
As a coach, he has guided thousands of athletes back to running, finishing their first marathon, crushing a personal best, and even the elusive Boston Marathon qualifying time.
He is truly living his passion educating the running community that they don’t need to stop running to get over a running injury. Through his signature 1:1 coaching program, weekly videos, and podcast episodes, he empowers runners to get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running. Dr. Duane truly believes that anyone can run and that all runners should be treated differently when recovering from an injury. He is on a mission to change the traditional thinking that running causes “overuse injuries” or “your body is just not meant to run” and you must “take a break” to get better. Through strength and run specific training you can grow a strong mind, strong body, and just keep running!
Duane received his Bachelor of Health Science degree and Master of Physical Therapy degree from Quinnipiac University in 2001 and 2003. He then went on to receive a clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Ph.D. in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 2017. Duane is a board-certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, RRCA Certified Running Coach, Certified Mulligan Practitioner, certified in dry needling and has advanced training in spinal manipulation and rehabilitation for runners.
As an athlete, Duane is an adult-onset runner, avid half marathoner, and enjoys challenging himself to learn and grow in his personal running journey!
A native New Yorker from Long Island, Duane currently lives in Cheshire, Connecticut with his wife Deb and his two teenage daughters who are competitive volleyball players. They all love to explore new beaches along the east coast.
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“I don’t have enough words to express my gratitude towards Duane Scotti and the Spark Healthy Runner program. When I started working with Duane, I had been dealing with chronic shin splints/posterior tibialis tendinitis for almost a year.
I had worked with multiple other coaches and physical therapists with little success and was at the point of almost giving up on my love for running. Duane is so kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable as both a physical therapist and running coach. Our first virtual meeting lasted two hours because he was so meticulous in his assessment. His strength and running program is progressive and created so that you can continue to build strength and mileage as you heal. His strength program is unique, effective, and fun.
Additionally, his warm-up routine is awesome and includes drills that over time have made me a more efficient runner. His training platform is easy to use, and he is always readily available to chat when problems or questions arise.
Over four months of working with Duane, I have built back to five days a week of running and am almost back up to my pre-injury weekly mileage and long run distance. Whenever I have flare ups or setbacks, Duane reassures me and makes necessary adjustments so that I can continue to progress in my running journey. I have had so much success with him so far that I have signed on for four more months so that he can help me to continue getting stronger as I train for the Dopey challenge in Disney World.
If you are struggling with a running injury and are feeling hopeless, you have to reach out to Duane Scotti. Of course, you will have to put in a lot of hard work, but with Duane by your side, you will be able to achieve your goals and more. Thank you Spark Healthy Runner for bringing the spark back to my running!”
You can teach an old dog new tricks!!! I have never considered myself a runner and I knew I needed to be smart about it because I am no spring chicken. Spark preached getting strong and healthy to be injury free and they practice what they preach. I am soooo glad I made the investment in me! I finished my half marathon last weekend and couldn’t be any happier! The program fed me all the steps I needed to essentially learn how to run long distance, build strength, nutrition help, a forum of other runners and probably most important was the 1:1 coaching. I had no idea how to tackle training for a 1/2 marathon and this program broke all of it down, had it individualized for me and we tweaked as we went to make sure I was staying healthy and strong. I had so many questions the week prior to my race and Coach Cat was always there for me and answering all the questions and issues I had-and believe me there were a lot! The biggest benefit I think I got was the strength. I am strong and fit. But most important was what I gained emotionally. I built confidence and strength I didn’t know I had, even at my age. Honestly could not have done this without Spark Healthy Runners!
My Healthy Runner journey started after I had battled bilateral achilles pain for a few months and was frustrated how it affected my running. As soon as I talked to Duane I knew I had made the right decision. His positivity, enthusiasm and genuine care are infectious. The training plan that was tailored to me included specific exercises to rehab my injury and I was so excited that I didn’t have to stop running. It took patience to only run slow for a few weeks but I trusted the process and it got me me to where I am now: running pain free. We made adjustments to the plan throughout whenever needed having someone in your corner that is always there with guidance and support throughout the process was invaluable.
I just ran my second half marathon, both with Duane’s coaching, and PR’d by over 9 minutes! I got all choked up in the last mile when I realized that I felt strong and could still kick it up a notch.
I’m so thankful for the Healthy Runner program, community and the entire coaching team for all the support!