09/22/2026
The final 8 weeks of fall marathon training are here. Are you pushing into the "danger zone"? 🏃♂️⚠️ Weeks 8-to-4 are when peak volume hits and injury risk skyrockets.
At Alpha Sports Performance Medicine, we want to ensure you make it to the start line healthy. Follow these 5 rules to protect your body during the hardest block of training:
📈 MANAGE YOUR LOAD: Cap weekly increases at 10%. Never try to make up missed mileage.
👟 SMART TRAINING: Keep 80% of your runs easy and cap those long runs around 2.5–3 hours.
🩺 LISTEN TO YOUR BODY: Nip niggles early. Use the two-run rule and never run through persistent pain.
🏋️♂️ STRENGTH MATTERS: Don't skip it! Two short strength sessions weekly protect you when fatigue hits.
🗓️ TAPER SMART: Reduce volume by 40–60%, keep some intensity, and avoid last-minute hero efforts.
Need help navigating common problems, figuring out the right strength routines, or managing Texas-specific training elements? We've got you covered. Visit alphasports.org or call 979-398-2787 to level up your recovery and performance. Become AN Alpha. 🛡️