Jahanara Nissar is a managing partner at Lynx Equity Strategies in New York. Jahanara Nissar is also an avid runner and has completed the Brooklyn Half-Marathon in 2019 and the Marine Corps Marathon in 2006.
Marathon and half marathon training are different compared to regular running mainly due to the sheer distance. In a marathon, regular running tips, such as wearing the right pair of shoes, staying hydrated, and remembering to apply sunscreen, are highly applicable. It is generally a good practice to run smaller races such as the 5k and 10k before attempting a marathon. It builds good habits as running consistently before attempting long distances can help the body adjust and reduce injury.
When training, it is also important to follow a log that generally has three to five shorter runs each week with a long run a little less than once a week. Rest days should be taken once or twice a week and as needed as energy and health demand. The log is important as it is a concrete plan for slowly increasing distances over time.
Marathon and half marathon training are different compared to regular running mainly due to the sheer distance. In a marathon, regular running tips, such as wearing the right pair of shoes, staying hydrated, and remembering to apply sunscreen, are highly applicable. It is generally a good practice to run smaller races such as the 5k and 10k before attempting a marathon. It builds good habits as running consistently before attempting long distances can help the body adjust and reduce injury.
When training, it is also important to follow a log that generally has three to five shorter runs each week with a long run a little less than once a week. Rest days should be taken once or twice a week and as needed as energy and health demand. The log is important as it is a concrete plan for slowly increasing distances over time.
