{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/634dbce802fb89001231045a/69b30f716250eadca2df54b9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Manchester Marathon Training: Pacing, Consistency & Mental Strength","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/634dbce802fb89001231045a/1773342534590-d854415b-5286-4bec-8a7c-2558d8f819bd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Countdown to Manchester: Consistency, Confidence &amp; Coaching</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This week on the <strong>award-winning Couch to Coached Running Podcast</strong>, Rob and Ben dive into the realities of marathon preparation as the <strong>Manchester Marathon</strong> edges closer.</p><p>From <strong>track sessions and pacing strategies</strong> to <strong>cross-training and accountability</strong>, the pair reflect on the highs, the struggles, and the lessons learned along the training journey. Ben shares insights from his recent training progress, while Rob opens up about building consistency, improving pacing awareness, and finding confidence again in his running.</p><p>The conversation explores how <strong>mental strength, community support, and coaching guidance</strong> all play a crucial role in preparing for a marathon. They also discuss the value of running familiar <strong>local routes</strong>, the importance of <strong>long runs and progression sessions</strong>, and why believing in the process can be just as important as the miles themselves.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 <strong>Highlights include:</strong></p><ul><li>The countdown to the <strong>Manchester Marathon</strong></li><li>Why <strong>consistency is the foundation of marathon training</strong></li><li>Track sessions, pacing strategies, and training discipline</li><li>The benefits of <strong>cross-training</strong> for runners</li><li>Building confidence through progression runs</li><li>The mental side of marathon preparation</li><li>Community support and rediscovering the joy of running</li></ul><p><br></p><p>A reflective, motivating episode about <strong>progress, patience, and trusting the training process</strong>—perfect for anyone preparing for a big race or working toward their next running goal.</p><p><br></p><p>📺 <strong>Watch us live</strong> on YouTube every Tuesday at 20:30</p><p>📩 Email – couchtocoached@outlook.com</p><p>📲 Instagram / TikTok – @couchtocoached</p><p>🐦 Twitter/X – @couchtocoached</p><p>📘 Facebook – Couch to coached – A running podcast</p><p>🏃‍♂️ Join our Strava league!</p>","author_name":"Rob Sillito and Ben Russell"}