EP. 136 - Must-Haves for a Strong Peak Week

In this episode of the Elevate Your Running Podcast, Coach Sara dives deep into the crucial phase of marathon training known as Peak Week. If you’re gearing up for your big race, understanding how to navigate this intense period can make all the difference. Sara breaks down what Peak Week is, why it's essential, and how to make the most of it to set yourself up for race day success. Key topics discussed: When does peak week occur in the training cycle? The benefits of peak week The physical and mental challenges faced during peak week Must-Have Tips for a Strong Peak Week Peak Week is about finding the right balance between pushing hard and recovering effectively. It’s a critical period that sets the stage for your taper and ultimately, your race day performance. PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS: ⁠Dynamic Runner:⁠ SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription Inside Tracker - ⁠SARAMPRO for 15% off your entire purchase Blenders Eyewear - ELEVATEYOURRUNNING for 20% off your order ⁠Skratch Labs⁠ - 20% off with code Elevate24 The Feed -⁠ ⁠⁠ $20 in Feed.com credit every quarter⁠ Boulderthon: FRIENDOFSARA20 for $20 off your registration for the half and marathon distances ⁠Senita’s Athletes:⁠ SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 15% off your entire order The ⁠Elevate Your Running Training Plans⁠, ⁠Elevate20 for 20% off your plan Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Youtube Music Connect with us: elevateyourrunning.com Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning.