#117 Boston Marathon Series ep. 2: Course Strategy, Training and Q&A

How should you actually run the Boston Marathon? From pacing the early miles to surviving the Newton Hills?In Episode 2 of The Marathon Podcast’s Boston Series, we answer your biggest Boston Marathon questions, covering course strategy, pacing, training adjustments, fueling, and race day execution. We break down what makes Boston unique, how to prepare for the downhill start, and how to avoid common mistakes that ruin race day.Whether you’re running Boston this year or planning ahead, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you run smarter and finish stronger.⬇️ Chapters, links, and partner offers below ⬇️🕒 Chapters00:00:00 — Podcast Goals & Boston Series Intro 00:02:03 — Key Workout & Coach’s Feedback 00:12:10 — Cross-Training & Downhill Prep for Boston 00:24:09 — Boston Marathon Race Day Tips 00:34:23 — Fueling & Hydration on the Course 00:44:09 — Pacing Strategy & the Newton Hills 01:03:54 — Boston Marathon Q&A 01:15:10 — What’s Next for The Marathon Podcast🎁 Partner OffersGet 20% off a STRAVA annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using this link or code WARWICKRUNS:https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbStart your free Musicbed trial:https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwick🔗 Links & Follow🎥 Full episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary:https://www.youtube.com/@Warwickruns📸 Follow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runs🎶 Music from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY