It's exciting - but nerve-wracking - there is so much information out there about marathon training that you are not sure what you should be doing! You want to be ready for the big day but not do so much that you get injured or give up half way through the summer.
We get it, everyone is giving you tips and advice, there so many training plans out there and it all can feel a little overwhelming. We take the hassle of the planning and preparation for a marathon off your plate and instead replace it with a full support team of enthusiastic experts who know exactly how you are feeling.
We support and mind you along the way in every step of the journey. Training for a marathon is a LOT more than just running miles! We cover everything from fueling to flexibility, injury prevention to hydration, race day nerves, how to manage panics and setbacks as well as how to actually stay motivated and enjoy the entire summer of training.
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!
Whats the alternative : You can just download any training plan for the next 5 months - but thats just a piece of paper. What you need is someone you can call on when you need help, motivation, support or just a simple pep talk to help you over a setback. There are ups and downs along the way of any big journey like this, and we have been there before, so will guide you along your path to marathon day!
We know how you are feeling: For the last 14 years I (Mary) have trained marathon runners, just like you, for the big day out. Today, with my team of 3 other amazing coaches, (Aoife, Linda and Dee), we take that hard work of deciding what to do off your plate and hand hold you all the way from now until the marathon day.
We work together as a team, wherever you are based, and drip feed you the information you need - right when you need it - so you follow a step by step enjoyable and manageable path to marathon day. Before you know it you will be up running 20 miles some September weekend morning and you will look back and realise how far you have come by having committed to training well and sensibly for the big day.
How will I run that far? These long runs won't be as daunting for you as you will have all the tips and secrets that make them feel easier and enjoyable. Whether you choose to do the long runs solo or with other members of our group you will know you are all in it together as we share our updates and support eachother virtually - in a non competitive way. It's all about camaradie and knowing others are in the same boat as you!
As coaches we are your mentors and guides - but the other runners in this group you will learn lots from (as they will from you believe it or not).
Imagine waking up on marathon day knowing you have done all you can, you are buzzing with anticipation and you are ready to celebrate your summer of training by turning up to run 26 miles! And you know you can do it. That's a priceless feeling and thats what we do. We get you there!
And we can't wait to get started x
When does it start? We kick off 23rd June but will be in touch before then to all who have signed up guiding you along the way to gearing up to an exciting summer and autumn ahead. We have limited places on this group - so don't leave it until the last minute.
Pricing :
The investment for the FULL 18 weeks of coaching, support and FULL access to our membership library and community is Eur595 (just Eur30 per week).
Members Discount : If you are already a member of our community, please login via your membership area to book your spot on this programme. Members get at a minimum 60% off price of programme (just 10 euro a week!). Those who have taken part twice or more get 80% off the price (less than 7 euro per week!). You will keep all your wonderful membership benefits but will get the added marathon programme and community as you all know makes such a difference on this marathon journey!
Previous Participants Discount : If you are not a ForgetTheGym Member right now, BUT you have taken part in our marathon coaching in the past 5 years, we are delighted to offer you 40% off the full price. Drop us an email for your discount link and remember you get full ForgetTheGym membership for the duration of your marathon training.
If you are not a member - You are in luck! As part of this Marathon 25 Package you not only get all our marathon coaching, but you get FULL access to all our ForgetTheGym Membership for the full duration of the marathon programme.
What's in the membership? You get full access to all our ForgetTheGym resources - This includes everything from podcasts to yoga classes, meetups, hikes to foam roller workshops, running technique masterclasses and weekly coaching and tips from all 4 coaches. There is a whole library of follow along strength, mobility and breathwork classes as well as a full year of season food recipes, advice and inspiration. This membership will not be open to the public to join (only in January each year), so this is a HUGE priceless bonus of the programme.
So don't miss out. Come join us
Terms and Conditions :
18 weeks before Dublin Marathon is 23rd June 2024. This is the day we will formally kick off the programme.
It will run for 18 weeks (with a bonus one week after Dublin Marathon- as people often at a loss to know what to do after and need extra support).
We have limited spaces in this programme and we will close the doors when we reach capacity which will most likely be BEFORE the start date in late June.
Be sure to get your place early if you are keen to join us.
Click to read terms and conditions.
Cancellations : Should you decide mid programme not to complete it for injury or other personal reasons, you can defer until 2026 but there are no refunds (after 14 days of purchase)
