![]() ![]() The 4 hour marathon goal pace is 9:09 per mile.īut no one wants to finish at 4:01, so we usually set our goal pace closer to 8:50-8:55. Run To the Finish Coach Amanda Eardly What’s a Four-Hour Marathon Pace? Patience with the process and getting the right race day are part of the process. I know many runners who took multiple races to BQ, multiple races to cross the sub two half marathon barrier and the 4 hour marathon. It’s absolutely possible with the right training, but that doesn’t always mean it will happen the first time around either! ![]() Thus the sub 4-hour marathon goal is one that requires additional fitness, focus, and mental determination. The average marathon time in 2018 was 4:32:29 the average men’s marathon time was 4:52:18 and the average women’s marathon time that same year was 4:48:45. A 4 hour marathon training plan is designed for someone who has covered the distance before and is ready to put additional pieces in play to hit their goal. If it’s not your day, slow down and wait for the group behind you.A marathon is not just 26.2 miles, it’s months of training, smart recovery, and good nutrition to get to the start line feeling strong, confident, and healthy. If you feel great on race day, and you want to go ahead and catch the next group, we’ll cheer you on. ![]() Be sure to check with your group leader prior to the start if this is important to you. Each pace leader will let you know their strategy for getting back together after a water stop. Water station philosophy regarding whether the pace group will walk or run through it – is up to the pace leader.This may include any adjustments being made to the pace due to course conditions. Five to ten minutes before the start, your pace group leader will give you their final instructions.Try to meet up with your pace group at least 15 minutes before the start of the race. They will be wearing Marathon Pacer singlets and bibs. Look for them next to the “Pace Time” signs in the starting area holding up signs with the finishing times printed on them.This is another great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. We will be giving some last-minute pointers and each pace group leader will be there for you to meet and ask questions. There will be a “Meet the Pacers” booth Friday and Saturday at the Expo.Read the Pacer bios below and follow them on social! You can always reach out with questions □. ![]()
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