How many weeks to prepare for a first marathon?

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How many weeks to prepare for a first marathon?

Plan for 16 to 20 weeks of prep for a first marathon if you’re a beginner runner, and 12 to 16 weeks if you’re a regular runner with a solid base. This timeframe gives you time to gradually increase the workload, chain together long runs, and fine-tune your nutrition strategy.

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