Marathon runner training plan in 2H45 proposed by Yohan Durand (2022)

Marathon plan proposed by Yohan Durand, international long-distance and middle-distance runner and member of #TEAM STIMIUM. Please note, there is no "1 training plan", others are possible and we recommend that each runner personalize their program according to their feelings.

Here we go!! 3 weeks of development:

The products we recommend to improve your performance during each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max (2 spoons diluted in a shaker or a large glass of water). It will help you improve your muscle work and resistance to exercise capabilities. (You should see the effects in week3)

During the long outing, take 1 Stimium® Pro-Nrj gum every 5 km, it will give you energy and resistance against mental fatigue. (This allows you to test them before the race)

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy ( 1 measuring spoon to be diluted in a large glass of water or milk), it will allow you to rebuild or consolidate your muscle mass. In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up (1 measuring spoon in a large glass of water) , it will allow you to replenish your glycogen and vitamin reserves. and minerals.

If you have some cramps, take 2 sticks of Stimium® Mc3 after your outings and 2 in the evening. Continue for 2, 3 days.

To support you, the products we recommend to consolidate your performance around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max (2 spoons diluted in a shaker or a large glass of water),

During the long outing, take 1 Stimium® Pro-Nrj rubber every 5 km,

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy ( 1 measuring spoon diluted in a large glass of water or milk). In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, following the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up (1 measuring spoon in a large glass of water) ,

If you have some cramps, take 2 sticks of Stimium® Mc3 after your outings and 2 in the evening. Continue for 2, 3 days.

To help you during your training around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long outing, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 afterwards .

then, 1 week of recovery:

To support the effort around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long outing, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj .

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 .

We loose nothing!! 3 weeks Marathon pace work:

And to continue building around each release:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long outing, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj .

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 afterwards .

To help you during your training around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long outing, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj .

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . In the evening of the split, PPG and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session, PPG and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 afterwards .

And to complete your training, the products that we recommend for your outings:

Before each session, Stimium® PreWorkOut Max , except for the long outing, is in fact the opportunity to test Stimium® Pro-Nrj Caps before the marathon (4 capsules 30 min before the outing). The product will give you a huge boost of gouache.

During the long outing, Stimium® Boost (it is indeed time to test your ^2nd gum) It will provide you with energy, B group vitamins and minerals, for optimal metabolism.

Immediately after core endurance, interval and threshold sessions, Stimium® Iso Hwy . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the interval session, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up . In the evening of the split resume Stimium® Iso Hwy .

After the long outing, take Stimium® Iso Carb (3 to 5 tablespoons or 1 to 2 measuring spoons). Product specially designed for muscle recovery and reconstruction and the replenishment of glycogen reserves. In case of cramps or muscle pain take Stimium® Mc3 after 3 days .

And we continue, 1 week of recovery:

And to consolidate your work, the products we recommend for your outings:

Before each session, Stimium® PreWorkOut Max . Except for the long ride, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj Caps .

During the long outing, test your 3rd Stimium® Focus Max rubber which will provide you with energy and concentration

Immediately after core endurance, PPG and interval sessions, Stimium® Iso Hwy . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the interval session and PPG, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up . The evening of the split and PPG resume Stimium® Iso Hwy .

After the long outing, Stimium® Iso Carb and cases of cramps or muscle pain take Stimium® Mc3 after for 3 days .

We are progressing and consolidating!! 3 weeks Specific marathon pace work:

And to support your efforts around your outings:

Before each session, Stimium® PreWorkOut Max . Except for the long ride, take Stimium® Pro-Nrj Caps .

During the long outing, Stimium® Boost .

Immediately after core endurance, PPG and interval sessions, Stimium® Iso Hwy . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split and PPG session, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up . The evening of the split and PPG resume Stimium® Iso Hwy .

After the long outing, Stimium® Iso Carb and cases of cramps or muscle pain Stimium® Mc3 after 3 days .

And our products around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long outing, take Stimium® Boost.

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . On the evening of the split and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 afterwards .

And our products around each outing:

Before each session, take Stimium® PreWorkOut Max

During the long ride, take Stimium® Boost .

Immediately after each session, take Stimium® Iso Hwy . On the evening of the split and long outing, take 1 dose of Stimium® Iso Hwy again . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the split session and the long outing, also take Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up

If you have some cramps and muscle pain, take Stimium® Mc3 afterwards .

And finally!! Competition week:

And our product advice:

Before each session, Stimium® PreWorkOut Max , except on the day of the marathon, 30 min before departure, 4 capsules of Stimium® Pro-Nrj Caps and 1 stick of Stimium® Mc3 .

During the marathon, Stimium® Pro-Nrj , Stimium® Boost and Stimium® Mc3 .

Immediately Stimium® Iso Carb and Stimium® Mc3 . In 1 hour 30 minutes, which follows the marathon, Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up .

In case of cramps or muscle pain Stimium® Mc3 after and as a treatment for 7 days

Advice on the plan

It is important to know your running pace (10km, half and marathon) in order to work on the right tempos during the sessions. For a goal of 2h45, your VMA should be around 20 km/h, pace of 3.54/km, speed of 15.34 km/h . It is important to do a test to determine exactly your VMA and therefore the time you can aim for.

Having a few half marathons under your belt is important. Opting for an “easy” first marathon, that is to say without too much elevation gain, will be perfect. The biggest French event, the Paris marathon, can be a good opportunity to start.

We offer you 2 half-marathons during preparation over 12 weeks. The first ran quickly 5 weeks from the goal. The second at 3 weeks of the marathon. The latter being run at marathon pace. The experience acquired during these half-marathons will be very useful in managing long-term efforts and in particular working on water or carbohydrate supplies during the race. Why not take the opportunity to test your gels and energy drinks.

In addition, it is important to be used to long outings of 1h30, in road running, but also possibly in trail running.

Outfit tips

On the big day, you must be well equipped, that is to say, have clothing adapted to the effort of the marathon and the weather conditions.

We would advise:

- A breathable tank top or short-sleeved or sleeveless t-shirt

- Shorts or bib shorts

- Socks adapted to the effort

- In case of heat: Cap and glasses

- In cold weather: a hat, gloves, a scarf or neck warmer, a breathable or even thermal long-sleeved t-shirt. Arm warmers can also be useful if the weather is changeable.

Your clothing should promote ventilation and breathability. Test all your clothing and accessories before the race, to track down the smallest element such as sewing, closure, size, friction, etc.

Tips on D-Day

On the day of the marathon, do not go faster than your goal. And this even if the sensations are good. Your only goal is to try to save yourself as much as possible until you approach the last 10 kilometers. The marathon only really starts after the 30th kilometer!!!

Do a light warm-up before the race with a 10-minute jog at 8 km/h for example, and very important, do not cool down in the starting area (the wait can be long). Do not hesitate to cover yourself with a survival blanket, or other protection that you leave behind when opening the airlock. Once you have completed the first 2 kilometers, try to keep up with the 2h45 pace leader, and...follow the guide! It is really useful to have this hare, it is much less tiring than in training, you will realize it during the race.

Nutrition Strategy:

3 fundamentals during preparation:

- Anticipate: Strengthen your healthy lifestyle . This happens through a quality food And good nights sleep especially during the last days before the marathon to " recharge the batteries ". In particular, to manage stress and sleep, you can try Stimium® Ashwagandha , which is the most powerful natural stress reliever.

- Restore : Drink regularly throughout the day to to eliminate waste produced by the body. Several days off are necessary (3 to 4 weeks). Do activities substitution such as cycling or swimming . You will be able to relax without completely neglecting your aching lower limbs.

- Leave again: Of the balanced meals : whole grain products, pulses, starchy vegetables, fruits and vegetables, and good quality proteins (white meats, fish, eggs, etc.).

And of course the Stimium products throughout preparation, during the race and during recovery.

In preparation, before each outing, Stimium® PreWorkOut Max to improve resistance to exercise. To train your mind, push your limits, and have psychological preparation that matches your physical preparation, it is strongly recommended to take 15 days before Stimium® Bacopa , one capsule per day. Our Bacopa will help you improve your concentration, your motivation allowing you to intensify your efforts and will act on your ability to process information.

Stimium® Pro-Nrj Caps , 30 min before the start for a big boost throughout the race.

The erasers Stimium® Boost , Stimium® Pro-Nrj and Stimium® Focus Max for immediate energy and concentration while running.

Whey Stimium® [C] Whey , Stimium® Iso Hwy or Stimium® VegPro to maintain a good protein intake sustainably during the training phase.

Stimium® Mc3 Or Stimium® Mc3 powder to reduce the risk of cramps, and as a treatment after the marathon.

Stimium® Rgn3 Reload Or Stimium® Rgn3 Clean-Up to stock up on vitamins and minerals after exercise.

Stimium® Iso Carb , after the marathon to replenish these glycogen and protein sources.

And finally, Stimium® Joint Flex as a treatment to avoid joint problems, during your biggest training sessions, to prevent any joint or cartilage problems.

If you have reached the end of this article, you are probably saying to yourself… that it is not that simple to properly prepare for a marathon to arrive in 2h45. We know something about this at Stimium, we remain among the whole team, stuck at 3:22 a.m.! But we assure you that the adrenaline in the starting airlock, the atmosphere during the race, and the satisfaction of finishing a marathon in 2h45 or less, it's really just the best! It's up to you to play (and run)! Be careful...significant risk...aim for 2h30 if you have successfully completed this challenge!