12 Months to Marathon
Hi, I'm John Hill. I host 12 Months to Marathon—the running podcast for people over 35 with marathon dreams. Whether you are looking for a personal best or want to run a marathon, my story and regular tips should help you get there.
I didn't run my first marathon until I was 36. I ran my first sub-3 marathon at the age of 45. If I can do it, so can you!
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12 Months to Marathon
12 Months to Marathon - Episode 84 - Why Everyone Should be Talking About Splits
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Episode 84 – Why Everyone Should Be Talking About Splits
If you want to get better at running, we need to talk about splits.
In this episode, I break down one of the most overlooked, yet most powerful, concepts in distance running: controlling your mile or kilometre splits.
Whether you're training for your first marathon or chasing a PB, your splits tell the real story of your control, focus, and discipline across the distance.
We cover:
- What splits actually are (and why they matter more than average pace)
- Why so many marathoners start too fast, especially in big races
- The difference between an “enjoyment runner” and a “performance runner.”
- How tighter splits build confidence and endurance
- Why managing effort — not emotion — wins marathons
Distance running is about control.
If your fastest split is your first 5K in a marathon, that’s not pacing — that’s excitement.
If you’re in the middle of marathon training right now, this episode will help you sharpen your focus and take ownership of your performance.
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