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May 8, 2025 25 mins

Race day in London 2025 wasn't a day for PB's, but George smashed his and only just missed going under 3 hours. Listen to how he progressed from 4.20 in his first marathon, to this new impressive landmark.

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Keywords   marathon, running, training, nutrition, fundraising, London Marathon, George, running club, marathon goals, race strategy   Summary   In this episode, George shares his inspiring journey from a casual runner to a dedicated marathoner, detailing his experiences with various marathons, training methods, nutrition strategies, and fundraising efforts for charity. He emphasizes the importance of determination, community support through running clubs, and the joy of running, while also discussing his future aspirations in the marathon world.   Takeaways
  • George's first marathon was in 2018, and he has since completed nine marathons.
  • He emphasises the importance of determination and not giving up on goals.
  • Joining a running club significantly improved his training and performance.
  • Nutrition plays a crucial role in his marathon preparation, including the use of gels.
  • He has raised significant funds for charity through his marathon participation.
  • George's experience highlights the importance of community and support in running.
  • He has aspirations to qualify for major marathons like Chicago and Boston.
  • George's training includes a mix of speed sessions, long runs, and marathon pace blocks.
  • He advises new runners to enjoy the process and not rush their goals.
  • George believes that every marathon finisher deserves recognition, regardless of their time.
Sound Bites
  • "I got the bug."
  • "I joined a running club."
  • "You have to be clever."
Chapters   00:00 George's Journey to Running Marathons 02:50 Training and Preparation for Marathons 06:12 Nutrition and Race Day Strategies 11:59 Fundraising and Community Engagement 19:54 Future Aspirations and Advice for Runners
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