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I<\/span>t is your dream, your New Year’s resolution. But you\u2019re worried that once the holidays are over, everyday life will stand in the way of achieving this big goal. Returning to the full swing of work and family responsibilities, you might feel it\u2019s impossible to find time to train. Sometimes the biggest challenge is keeping up with daily life more than finding your running rhythm. To achieve your goal and balance everything, you\u2019ll need to adopt a smart approach that allows you to prepare without losing control of your life.<\/p>\n It is not necessary to train every day if you do not have the opportunity. The risk is that finding time to train daily will cause you more stress than benefit. Also because you must not forget to set aside time for recovery between workouts. If you must prioritize, focus your energy on these fundamental sessions:<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to completely overhaul your diet. Just adjust portions as your mileage increases since your body will need more energy. Focus on a moderate increase in carbohydrates, and don\u2019t forget to include protein to aid muscle recovery post-workout. Opt for simple, unprocessed meals.<\/p>\n The key is planning. With careful planning, there won’t be a time when you feel overwhelmed by your commitment. Try adopting these tricks to make your life easier:<\/p>\n Following these tips does not mean it will always be easy. There will be days when you feel tired and overwhelmed. Learn how to deal with these difficult times with:<\/p>\n Preparing for a marathon is not just about running: it is a personal challenge, a chance to discover your strength and determination. Close your eyes and try to imagine the satisfaction of crossing that finish line, knowing you\u2019ve achieved something you once thought impossible despite a busy life. You do not have to turn your life upside down to achieve this dream. It is the race that will adapt to you; you do not have to adapt to it. With a well-constructed training plan, dedication and a bit of flexibility, you can do it. And when you cross the finish line everything will take on new meaning, making you realize that each piece of the puzzle has served to get you there.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Practical tips to prepare a marathon, training effectively without sacrificing work, family, or leisure time<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":62,"featured_media":88432,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15211],"tags":[15694,15432],"class_list":{"0":"post-88433","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-tips","8":"tag-marathon-en-2","9":"tag-marathon-en"},"yoast_head":"\nFocus on quality, not quantity<\/h3>\n
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Simplify your nutrition<\/h3>\n
Organize workouts strategically<\/h3>\n
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How to manage to reconcile everything<\/h3>\n
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The finish line is within reach<\/h3>\n