This week we cover; <ul><li>Our respective training weeks with Andrew doing sod all, Chris back up to 75 miles and Karl staunchly defending how many hours he spends in the gym.</li></ul> <ul><li>Which non-carbon shoes are best for a session?</li></ul> <ul><li>Listener questions, which include</li></ul> <ul><li>First marathon time and progression to today</li></ul> <ul><li>Why does everyone where vests and not t-shirts racing?</li></ul> <ul><li>Did we know there's a dog feature now on Strava?</li></ul> <ul><li>How should we use a 20-mile race in a marathon training block?</li></ul> <ul><li>Plans for the week.</li></ul> <ul><li>Maidenhead 10-mile race</li></ul>

We have an intra pod race on the horizon! Karl is back doing massive sessions again. How should GB select its Olympic marathon team?

If you've run a marathon, you'll know the final 385 yards once you pass the 26 mile marker is just the tiny tip of a massive iceberg which includes months of sacrifice, commitment and dedication.Join us as three experienced marathon runners share their weekly ups and downs through training blocks, with each series covering the build up to spring and autumn marathons.We started with Chris and Andrew's block to Valencia in December 2023. Next up is the build to London marathon in April 2024Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beyond385yards/?hl=enMeet your hostsChris FawcettPower of 10 - https://www.thepowerof10.info/athletes/profile.aspx?athleteid=884044Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisfawcett1/Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/27180622?oq=chris%20fawKarl WelbornPower of 10 - https://www.thepowerof10.info/athletes/profile.aspx?athleteid=1068573Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karl_welbornStrava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/591185?oq=karlAndrew DrakePower of 10 - https://www.thepowerof10.info/athletes/profile.aspx?athleteid=140699Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moaverageStrava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/2020367