Dublin  Marathon

Excited, nervous and not sure how to train? Don't worry - we can help. 

Guiding you from 10k to Race Day

We want you to enjoy the training as much as the big day out. So we help you make the most of each week of training so you arrive at Dublin Marathon excited, fully prepared and confident. 

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"Reaching the finish line was one of the most empowering moments of my life. Thanks for all your weekly videos, tips, vast experience and advice.  Your calmness and reassurance were second to none." - Ciara. 
Running Coach Mary Jennings

Your Coach - Mary Jennings  

2023 will be my 12th year guiding runners all the way from 10k to the finish line of their Dublin marathon. 

With more than 45 marathons and ultramarathons behind me, I want to share all I've learnt in running but also in coaching with you. 

Lucky you to have a golden ticket for October! I cant wait to help you get there. 

Running Coach Mary Jennings

In It Together!

 

We are all in this together, wherever we may live and run our miles. Runners who have completed this programme in the past have enjoyed the camaraderie and support as much as the coaching. It is so motivating to have other people on our side, who understand the challenges and joys of training for long distance.

Train from Anywhere

As all the training is delivered virtually, week by week, so you can join us from anywhere in the world.

If you do live in Dublin, you will have added options to meet for long runs as the mileage increases, but this is completely optional. You don't need to join any live events, everything will be recorded so you can watch in your own time. You will be guided step by step from 10k to the finish line.

Running Coach Mary Jennings

About Your Marathon Running Coach, Mary Jennings

 

2023 will be my 12th year of guiding runners all the way from 10k to the finish line of their Dublin marathon.

With more than 45 marathons and ultramarathons behind me, I’ve made all the mistakes myself and seen it all over the year.

I want to share all I've learnt in running but also in coaching with you.

You have a golden ticket for this year and you have such a treat ahead of you. It’s time to get started.

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Running Coach Mary Jennings

In It Together!

 

Runners who have completed this programme in the past have enjoyed the camaraderie and support as much as the coaching. We are all in this together, wherever we may live and run our miles. It is so motivating to have other people on our side, who understand the challenges and joys of training for long distance.

Sign Me Up!

With Our Marathon Training Programme you Can Train from Anywhere

As all the training is delivered virtually, week by week, so you can join us from anywhere in the world.

If you do live in Dublin, you will have added options to meet for long runs as the mileage increases, but this is completely optional. You don't need to join any live events, everything will be recorded so you can watch in your own time. You will be guided step by step from 10k to the finish line.

"I have no idea how you manage to pack that much information and education into your videos and documents and yet it never overwhelmed, it was just the right information at the right time.
You do such an amazing job - you deserve a medal! "

Are we the right fit?  

 

If you can run 10k comfortably by spring 2023 and are injury free, you are in a great position to start our programme.

Most of our runners will focus on completing the marathon injury free and comfortable. Everyone is welcome, it is a non- competitive environment and we don’t focus too much on the time on the clock. Getting around  the course in one piece (with a smile on their face) is the main goal of most of our runners.

Most of our runners in our group are female, but we do occasionally have a few male runners in our marathon programmes. If your main marathon goal is a particular time target (especially if sub 3.30), we might not be the right group for you.

Sounds Good to Me!

Choose your marathon group 

(starting end June 2023) 

The groups start separately but merge together as time goes on
Forget The Gym runners smiling and waving

First Time Marathon Runner

You are comfortable running 10k and ready (but nervous) to take on the marathon

Runners warming up before a run with Mary Jennings

Improvers - 2nd Marathon or More

You have been there before but feel you could do better with support, guidance and camaraderie. 

Each Programme includes

  • Weekly training notes, videos and tips
  • Personalised training plans
  • Online support and guidance from Mary
  • Private Forum for chats and advice
  • Option to meet for long runs
  • A few nice surprises along the way!
  • A community of like-minded runners
  • Race Day Support (end October)

HUGE Bonus – access to our membership area for duration of Dublin marathon training which includes all our online yoga, mobility and strength classes, private podcast and lots more. 

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"To the people joining this group all I can say is enjoy, believe and trust. I completed my first marathon under the guidance of Mary. I could not speak highly enough of the journey on every level. Thanks to you Mary as always for your guidance & support."

Are you a ForgetTheGym Member? 

 

Members get priority booking and more than 66% off our Marathon Programme price.  Become a Member and pay just €99 for the Marathon Training programme.

 

Already a member?  Please book your marathon programme via our membership site to get this and other member-only discounts. 

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FTG Marathon Training Programme

€295

Non-Member Fee

  • Weekly training notes, videos and tips
  • Personalised training plans
  • Online support and guidance from Mary
  • Private Forum for chats and advice
  • Option to meet for long runs
  • A few nice surprises along the way!
  • A community of like-minded runners
  • Marathon Race Day Support (end October)
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Woman running the Dublin marathon with ForgetTheGym
Mary Jennings and an older woman running the Dublin marathon
Woman finishing the Dublin marathon after doing ForgetTheGym Marathon Programme
Man finishing the Dublin marathon with ForgetTheGym
Woman finishing the Dublin marathon with ForgetTheGym