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Starter’s guide: how to train for a half marathon
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Starter’s guide: how to train for a half marathon

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Published: 19 February 2025

Many beginner runners make the mistake of training too much too soon for a half marathon, or they overestimate the half marathon and train too little. Runners who are too enthusiastic and do not listen to their bodies risk overloading themselves and getting injured. If you find the right balance in your training, the finish line of the half marathon will soon be within reach. Follow this advice on how to train for a half marathon and start your preparation to complete your first half marathon.

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3 tips to increase training volume during your marathon training
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3 tips to increase training volume during your marathon training

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Published: 19 February 2025

Running many kilometres during your marathon training is important, but this does not mean you need to run a 30-kilometre session every week. Many marathon runners focus more on their longest run rather than their weekly distance, whereas it is actually better to do the opposite. Weekly mileage is more important for your marathon performance than the length of your longest run.

Last Updated: 21 February 2025
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Exercising with flu or a cold: what you need to know

Exercising with flu or a cold: what you need to know
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During the winter months, many people catch a cold or flu. For athletes, this can be a dilemma: should you stick to your training plan even when you’re not feeling well? In this article, you'll find out whether it’s wise to train when you have a cold or flu and how to resume your workouts responsibly.

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Training too hard for a criterium

Training too hard for a criterium
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Criteriums are very popular among cyclists. They can be found everywhere and at every level. These races typically last from half an hour to two hours, consisting of short laps around an industrial estate or through a village. The intensity during these races is extremely high; even before the final sprint, hundreds of high-power efforts are performed. Whether you are accelerating after a corner, maintaining your position in the group, or participating in a prime sprint, there is no doubt that criteriums require a significant effort.

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Nutrition for indoor cycling training

Nutrition for indoor cycling training
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With the rise of better indoor bike trainers and the development of software like Zwift and BKool, cyclists regularly train on an indoor bike trainer. Not only in winter, when the weather is bad and it gets dark early, but also when time is limited, and going outside is not an option. Virtual cycling has become the norm, and cyclists need to adjust their nutrition and hydration accordingly.

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