The first thing to do if you want to train for a marathon? Ask yourself why
August 15, 2026 — 5:00amEach week, Good Weekend’s how-to column shares expert advice on how to navigate some of modern life’s big – and small – challenges. This week: How to run a marathon. Photo: Simon LetchGiven that a marathon is 42.2 kilometres – the distance, approximately, from the MCG to Frankston, or from Sydne
The first thing to do if you want to train for a marathon? Ask yourself why
August 15, 2026 — 5:00amEach week, Good Weekend’s how-to column shares expert advice on how to navigate some of modern life’s big – and small – challenges. This week: How to run a marathon. Photo: Simon LetchGiven that a marathon is 42.2 kilometres – the distance, approximately, from the MCG to Frankston, or from Sydne