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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Dugald Baird

Go the extra mile: how to cut costs if you’re running a marathon

an illustration showing three marathon runners in action, one dressed as a £ sign, and another eating a bowl of spaghetti while running
Illustration: Jamie Wignall Illustration: Jamie Wignall/The Guardian

Ensure you’re ready

Before you enter a race, it’s vital to think about whether you’re in shape to make it through the training. For a marathon, you’ll probably need to be a regular runner who has completed several 10ks or the half distance.

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