Angélique ran the Paris Half Marathon in 2023 for the first time. Without real preparation, it was a very difficult and challenging experience. In 2024, accompanied by RunMotion Coach, she is once again preparing to run the Paris Half Marathon. She tells us her story.
How did your Paris Half Marathon 2024 go?
In 2024, I am back to running the Parisian streets, but this time with the RunMotion Coach training with 4 workouts per week + 1 muscle strengthening session (PPG). In total, the preparation lasted 3 months, which is 12 weeks. It is worth noting that the Paris Half Marathon is an intermediate goal because my main goal will be the Paris Marathon next April.
Speaking of my Paris Half Marathon. I can say that I am delighted. I didn’t just endure my race, I enjoyed it from start to finish, without fatigue, stress, or any particular difficulty.
The climbs or slight inclines from last year that I found so difficult went by smoothly, and the kilometers flew by. I enjoyed the superb atmosphere that carried me throughout the race, and I loved it. To top it off, I improved my PB by 20 minutes, finishing the Paris Half Marathon in 2h16.
How did you discover the RunMotion Coach app?
I discovered the RunMotion Coach app through a friend on social media in 2023 and have been using it for 10 months now, in Premium version.
What encouraged you to download and test the app?
It allowed me to structure my training and prepare for my race goals.
What do you like most about the app?
I really appreciate the app’s customization and the ability to adjust training days during the week.
After the Paris Half Marathon 2024, what is your next sports challenge?
My next goal will be the Paris Marathon 2024. Emil Zatopek once said, « If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to change your life, run a marathon. » That’s the life I’ve chosen to lead, and I hope to cross that mythical finish line to become a MARATHON RUNNER… To be continued.
Congratulations Angélique, there’s no reason you won’t achieve your goal of becoming a marathon runner! 😉