Bad Long Run? Trusting the Marathon Training Process | Chasing Dreams Ep. 5

Not every run goes to plan… and that’s where the real progress happens. In Episode 5 of Chasing Dreams, my London Marathon 2026 training hits a tough patch. This week includes: – A difficult 21-mile long run – A disappointing result at the London Winter 10K – A hit to confidence during marathon training When you’re chasing a goal like a faster London Marathon, sessions like this can make you question everything. But marathon training isn’t linear. This episode is about: – Handling a bad long run – Dealing with marathon training setbacks – Managing expectations when results don’t match effort – Trusting the process when confidence drops To close out the week, I head out on a solo long run — steady, controlled, and focused — a reminder of why consistency matters more than any single session. Because progress is built over time… not in one run. If you’re training for a marathon, half marathon, or 10K — and dealing with setbacks — this is part of the journey. 🏃‍♂️ Road to the London Marathon 2026 continues…