Guiding you from 10k to Marathon Day
Our Promise - We take you from being nervous, anxious and overwhelmed about the marathon to being fully prepared, confident and excited for the big day out!
Training for a marathon is a LOT more than just running miles. We cover everything from fueling to flexibility, injury prevention to hydration, nerves to setbacks, motivation to self belief. But we keep it simple.
Simplifying the training: We take the hassle of the marathon planning and preparation off your plate. We drip feed all the information and coaching you need, right when you need it, so you can focus on the week you are in, not worry about the future.
We do it together: Over 18 weeks our enthusiastic experts and experienced marathoners support you each step of the way exactly how you are feeling and helping you make the most out of your marathon experience.
Count me in"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.
Here's how we do it
We break marathon training down into 18 weeks - 18 stepping stones to getting you confident, excited and fit for your marathon day.
First Time Marathon Runner
There is nothing like running your first marathon and we really want you to do it right and get the most out of the experience. At least 50% of people training with us will be taking on their first ever marathon and can't even imagine right now how it can even be possible to run that far!
Improvers - 2nd Marathon or More
Some ladies taking part will have been here before but are back again for more. They love the routine support, guidance and camaraderie. Some runners join this group every year once marathon season comes around and thrive on the weekly lessons and community support.
What's included
- Weekly videos, training notes and tips
- Personalised training plans and feedback
- 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!
- Running technique workshop
- Foam roller workshop
- A community of like-minded runners
- Race Day Support (end October)
HUGE Bonus – You get access to our FULL membership area for duration of Dublin marathon training which includes all our online yoga, mobility and strength classes, private podcast, injury prevention resources, ask-a-coach hotline and lots more.
"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."
Are you a ForgetTheGym Member?
Members get priority booking and more than 60% off our Marathon Programme price.
Already a member? Please book your marathon programme via our membership site to get this and other member-only discounts.
More about membershipOur programme is for you if....
1. You can run 10k comfortably and are injury free.
2. You are excited (but a little daunted) about marathon training.
3. You are feeling overwhelmed with all the conficting information out there
4. You want to actually ENJOY the training as much as the race day itself.
5. You want to arrive to the start line confident for the day ahead.
6. You want to avoid injury and still keep your love for running well beyond the marathon.
7. You want to share the journey with others who feel just like you.
8. You dont want to obsess about the time on the clock.
9. You are willing to commit to training 4 times each week (most weeks)
10. You can dedicate 30 minutes to one hour each weekend to learn from our weekly lessons.
11. You know that if you are left to your own devices you could end up giving up on the marathon dream.
12. Your main goal is to get to the finish line having had an amazing experience.
13. You are not that interested in being competitive with other runners.
14. You do not wish to make this a race or something that will stress you out.
15. You have a busy life but are determined that this is the summer you will take some time for yourself.
16. You know someone who once ran a marathon who is just like you - and wonder - if they could do it, maybe you could too.
17. You don't quite believe you can do it YET, but you know if you were surrounded by the right people you might just achieve the impossible!
If you answered YES to most of those, then you will fit right in with our class of marathoners 2024!
NOTE: 95% of 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 are not the right group for you. Most of our marathon community will be running the marathon in 4 hours to 5.5 hours. Most actually won't have a time goal at all. The focus on enjoyment of the whole experience will be top priority.
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