How to Start Running Again After a Marathon

After crossing the marathon finish line, many runners make one big mistake… returning to training too soon. 🏃‍♂️💥 This week on the podcast, athletics and running coach Chris Ford breaks down exactly how to start running again after a marathon — including the recovery mistakes that lead to injury, how long you should rest, and the smartest way to rebuild your training safely. Whether you’ve just completed your first marathon or you’re chasing a new PB, this episode will help you recover properly, avoid burnout, and get back to running stronger than ever. 🎧 In this episode: • When to run again after a marathon • The biggest post-marathon recovery mistakes • How to avoid injury during recovery • Easy runs vs complete rest • Signs your body is ready to train again • How elite runners recover after 26.2 miles If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 and share it with another runner preparing for their next race. #MarathonRecovery #RunningPodcast #MarathonTraining #RunningCoach #PostMarathon #DistanceRunning #RunnerTips #HalfMarathon #RunningInjury #ChrisFord