Running further.
Dec 1, 2025
How to Run Longer: The Complete Guide to Planning 2–7 Hour Training Runs
Running longer distances isn’t just about fitness — it’s about strategy. In this guide, I break down exactly how to plan and execute multi-hour training runs, from gear and nutrition to route planning, pacing, heart-rate control, and mental tactics. These are the practical, real-world hacks I use when I run 2–7 hour long efforts, demonstrated through a full marathon training run. If you want to run farther with confidence, this is the blueprint.
