I’m planning my next marathon and could use some input.
I’ve used Runna for my last 6 marathons and have generally been really happy with it. Last year I ran 2:57 in Rome off 4 runs per week. Since then I’ve trod going sub 3 again twice, going 3:02 in Verona and 3:00 in Milano, again using Runna with 4 runs/week.
Now I’m wondering if that sub-3 in Rome was a bit of a perfect day, and whether my weekly mileage is just a bit too low to consistently break 3 hours.
I’m running Amsterdam in October and REALLY want to go sub 3 again there.
So I’ve got a couple of questions:
- Has anyone here gone from 4 → 5 runs/week and seen a clear improvement?
- If you increase the number of runs in Runna, does it actually scale your total mileage meaningfully, or just spread things out?
- At this level (right around sub-3), would you stick with something like Runna or move to a more traditional/“advanced” plan?
For context: I’ve stayed pretty consistent, handle workouts well, and usually fade late (35–38km range). I’m suspecting maybe I was under fueling in Verona and Milano with only about 60g carbs per hour starting after 10k. Maybe that’s the «quick fix»?
Appreciate any thoughts from people who’ve been in a similar spot.