Marathon by Xmiles

The Marathon is a long-distance race of 26.2 Miles, or around 42K. Usually a road race but sometimes run on trail routes, the marathon has become one of the most popular long-distance races. Although their popularity certainly doesn’t mean they...

An Ultra Marathon is any foot race that is longer than a traditional Marathon length (26.2 miles). Most races are run in one day but some may become multi day events. Ultra running is arguably one of the most extreme...

Completing a marathon is a remarkable feat that requires months of dedicated training, mental strength, and proper nutrition. As an endurance event, a marathon is very demanding on the body, and fuelling it properly is key to achieving your best...

Where was your first marathon? Mmmm, errr, my first marathon was the Yorkshire Three Peaks for a local Hull charity called H.E.R.I.B on my 18th birthday. Dressed in jeans, levis footwear and not a clue on navigation or nutrition but just...

Where was your first marathon? My first marathon was London. It was a looooong time ago - 1997, I think. I finished in 3hrs 29mins. I can't remember what I ate at all. Training was typical - long run at...