Walking a marathon - your tips?

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MilesOfMotivation · 28/01/2025 11:30

This year I am walking my first marathon. I'm not sure what possessed me, I am not particularly fit but I do like a good walk.

I'm a bit worried about my knees holding up so wondering if there's something I should be doing now to 'prepare' them, though I will also wear a knee support I think.

I need to ramp up the training so looking for tips and advice on this, but also helpful advice for actual marathon day from those who have done it before.

I'm scared 😮

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Cherry321 · 28/01/2025 11:35

I did the moon walk a long time ago. Depends where you’re walking, but if you’re not out in the wilds then good trainers and avoid carrying a bag as much as possible are my tips.

stormacoming · 28/01/2025 11:34

Also, any exercises you can do to strengthen your quads will help support your knees. Do you go to a gym?

MyIvyGrows · 28/01/2025 11:33

I’ve never walked one but have run several, so would recommend doing the same kind of training but at a walking pace. Do a mixture of training walks where some are about longer distances and some are shorter but hillier - inclines build strong glute and thigh muscles, which helps you a lot.

mix this with general strength training in a gym - lifting weights and strengthening your core.

during the event, eating and drinking plenty.

stormacoming · 28/01/2025 11:33

Are you using walking poles? They make a huge difference to the distance I can walk comfortably, they really take the pressure off knees and hips.

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