Marathon nutrition
We've teamed up with world class performance specialists to bring you top training tips, effective running nutrition strategies and expert marathon meal plans.
All our marathon meal plans
Perfect your pre-marathon nutrition with our expert seven-day meal plans.
Carb-loading explained
Discover how to maximise fuel stores and run your fastest marathon yet.
Meal plans for runners
Discover how to tailor your training diet to easy, moderate and intense training days.
How to recover after your run
Stave off muscle soreness after a marathon with our expert nutrition tips.
Sports nutrition: What’s worth trying?
Can beetroot juice or caffeine help you run faster? Discover five key training tips.
Marathon recipes
Marathon recipes
CollectionMarathon
RecipeBlack-eyed bean mole with salsa
Try this healthy Mexican dish as a quick and easy low-calorie lunch that counts...
RecipePrawn jambalaya
This nourishing jambalaya is a winning recipe. It's low-fat, low-calorie,...
RecipeWalnut & almond muesli with grated apple
Prepare your own delicious homemade cereal that is nutritionally-dense,...
RecipeVeggie olive wraps with mustard vinaigrette
Eat the rainbow with our simple, healthy, veggie wrap. This olive and veg...
Marathon meal plans
Marathon meal plans
GuideVegan marathon meal plan
GuideVegetarian marathon meal plan
What does an optimal vegetarian marathon diet look like? Discover what sports...
GuideGluten-free marathon meal plan
Running a marathon on a gluten-free diet? Discover our sports nutritionist...
GuideMarathon meal plan
Worried about what to eat and when to run the week before a marathon? Sports...
GuideAll our marathon meal plans
Discover what to eat and when to train in the week before a marathon with our...
On race day, don't overstress it. Run how you feel and enjoy the atmosphere. Yes you need to pace yourself but don’t over analyse. Take in the atmosphere and tune into yourself. Run according to your instincts and what you feel is the right pace because the atmosphere will lift you on the day. Know that everybody has bad moments in a marathon so don't panic when you get to them. You've just got to get through it and then you'll be fine.
More race day tips
More race day tips
GuideRace day foods
Race season is upon us. Whether you're a runner, triathlete or cyclist,...
GuideHow to stay hydrated
Staying fully hydrated when exercising can be a challenge, especially for those...
GuideWhat to eat before your run
Want to know how to run faster? Looking for the best snacks to eat before a run...
More marathon tips
More marathon tips
GuideMichel Roux Jr: How to run a marathon
Michel Roux Jr has run 20 marathons and finds running provides him with the...
GuideYour marathon questions answered
From the benefits of beetroot juice to keeping cramps at bay - sports...
Guide8 things I wish I’d known before running a marathon
App obsession, hydration information and militant meal-planning –...