Goal: Build the ability to comfortably complete the marathon.
Focus on:
• Consistency
• Aerobic development
• Gradual mileage progression
• Long run durability
• Basic marathon pace work
• Recovery and injury prevention
Typical structure: 4 runs per week
I’m Benny Smith, founder of Sisu Endurance Lab, professional endurance coach, and professional triathlete.
I started running at six years old and eventually turned pro after high school, competing at the highest levels of endurance sport and racing at World Championship events. My athletic career gave me firsthand experience with high performance, structured training, injury, recovery, performance setbacks, and the process of continually adapting as an athlete.