Marathon week meal plan - Monday

Next, check out what to eat and drink while running a marathon and what should I eat when training for a marathon?

Check out the London Marathon's training and meal plans. Want to run the 2026 TCS London Marathon? Head to the TCS London Marathon website to find out everything you need to know about the ballot.

Below, you'll find suggestions on what to eat and how much training you should do. For a full 16 week plan, have a look at the London Marathon's training programme.

Monday training:

10 mins marathon pace, 20 mins half-marathon pace, 10 marathon pace.

Monday nutrition:

Carbohydrate intake is maintained at breakfast and lunch to support training volume for today. Protein and healthy fat intakes are also important for the ongoing growth and repair of the muscles. Options are nutrient-rich and provide sufficient fibre for healthy gut function. Snacks are included as optional depending on your preferences.

Breakfast

Healthy porridge bowl

Start your day right with this filling bowl of oats, berries, banana and seeds. It's healthy and packed with nutrients to fuel body and mind.

Morning snack

Peanut butter smoothie

For a smooth start to your day, try this ultra-easy peanut butter smoothie. It's full of protein thanks to ingredients like peanut butter and oats.

Lunch

Turkey & coriander burgers with guacamole

These healthy burgers are full of vitamin C and use low-fat turkey flavoured with herbs and topped with spicy avocado.

Afternoon snack

Hummus snack pack

Hummus is so easy to make and beats shop-bought varieties every time. Try it with vegetable crudités in your packed lunch for a hit of good fats.

Dinner

Tuna steaks with cucumber relish

A good source of heart-healthy, omega-3 fatty acids. Opt for a lean protein dinner with these easy tuna steaks. You could have some brown rice on the side, if you prefer to have carbs.

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James Collins is recognised as a leading Performance Nutritionist through his work with Olympic and professional sport. Over the last decade he has worked with Arsenal FC, the England and France national football teams and Team GB. He has a private practice in Harley Street where he sees business executives, performing artists and clients from all walks of life. He is the author of the new book The Energy Plan, which focuses on the key principles of fuelling for fitness.

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