Training to Walk a Marathon - Walking Technique and From

When training for the marathon, your first step should be to analyze your walking form for common mistakes and problems. Are you leaning forwards or backwards too much? Do you hang your head and stare at the ground? Do your muscles and joints and back ache after a walk?

All of these form problems can lead to injury during training and during the marathon. You have made a commitment to train, so you may as well train yourself in a good walking form so your body moves smoothly and feels better.

How to Walk Fast: Good walking form for marathon walking. This is not formal racewalking, but uses good body mechanics for walking at moderate speed.

10 Walking Mistakes to Avoid:: You will want to take these to heart.

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Marathon Walking Lessons

• Marathon History
• Why is a Mrathon so Tough?
• Marathon Walk Training
• Shoes for the Marathon
• Walking Form
• Base Mileage
• Marathon Mileage-Building Schedule
• Half-Marathon Training Schedule
• Marathon Coaching
• Charity Marathon Walking Programs
• Strategy for Walking a Marathon
• Nutrition for Marathon Training
• Fluids - What to Drink When Training and on the Marathon
• Energy Snacks
• Clothing for the Marathon
• Blisters and Chafing
• Marathon Race Day
• Pacing
• Nature Calls
• The Finish
• Choosing a Marathon Event
• Marathon Calendars
• Marathon Reviews
• Reader Tips
• Submit a Tip
• Marathon Cards
• Marathon Clip Art

  Related Resources

• Before You Register for a Walking Marathon
• Book: "The Complete Guide to Marathon Walking"