10/10/2025
Getting Ready for My First NYC Marathon 🏃♂️🇺🇸
This will be my very first NYC marathon! I’ve been training all year, gradually building both distance and endurance.
Until July, I focused on shorter runs under 20km and improving speed. In August, I increased to around 25–27km, and by mid October, I had long runs over 30km (did four total!) to prepare for the full distance.
Since soccer season started in September, I’ve been playing on weekends — I treat it as interval training, so I’ve skipped separate speed work lately.
Now, with 3 weeks left, I’m focusing on tuning my body — and three things help the most: carbon shoes, energy gels, and recovery meals.
I finally got carbon plate shoes — super bouncy, less stress on my muscles and joints, and noticeably faster.
For energy gels, Maurten didn’t fit with my stomach, so I use GU gels instead (less calories but tasty!).
Recovery is key, especially juggling two sports and my work as a PT. My wife makes amazing protein-rich meals — huge thanks to her for keeping me fueled 🙌
This will also be my first full marathon since starting my running club. Can’t wait for race day!
If you see me out there, please cheer me on! 🏅
