Welcome back to Training Talk. This is Episode 5 with Matt and Max speaking all about Matt Fox's Marathon Training Plan for the year of 2024 which includes focusing on speed work for the first 6 months before transitioning to Marathon Specific work from the end of Summer. Pillar Performance is the sponsor of this podcast. Thanks Pillar Performance! Code: SWEAT15 - 15% off first time purchases at pillarperformance.shop, and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Max Frankel - Apply For Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/max-frankel/ Matt Fox - Apply For Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/matt-fox/ Sweat Elite Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Topics discussed: • 00:00 Welcome to Training Talk Episode 5 • 00:24 Sponsor Shoutout: Pillar Performance • 01:17 The Unique Marathon Training Approach • 01:50 Challenges of Training While Traveling • 02:06 Reflecting on a Half Marathon Experience • 03:54 The Misconception of Mileage in Training • 08:34 The Mental Aspect of Training and Performance • 14:58 Embracing Effort Over Pace in Training • 22:26 The Psychological Impact of Pre-Race Stress • 25:22 Reflecting on Recent Race Performance • 26:26 The Importance of Specific Workout Plans • 29:14 Adjusting Training Approach for Better Results • 29:23 Analyzing the Impact of Travel on Training • 31:08 Effort and Intensity in Training Sessions • 41:00 Preparing for the Boston Marathon with a Unique Approach