Mario, RunMotion Coach user, looks back on his 1st Marathon, the Nice-Cannes Marathon. Story.
How did your Nice-Cannes Marathon go?
My race went really well thanks to good preparation, both in training and nutrition! It was my first marathon, and my goal was to finish it, even though I have been running for years. My second goal was to finish it in less than 3h45, but the app, which is based on my Garmin performances, suggested that I could aim for a better time.
How did you manage the preparation for the Nice-Cannes Marathon?
I trained three times a week for 8 weeks, as I had already tried more intensive programs, with five to six sessions per week, but I arrived on D-Day very tired and injured. Training three times a week seemed to be the right compromise.
What motivates you to run?
My motivation to run comes from the feeling of freedom that one experiences when alone in beautiful places, as well as from race day; sharing this sport, still little appreciated, with people of all levels who have a common goal of fighting against the clock.
How did you discover the RunMotion Coach app?
I discovered the app through a friend who also runs very often and often participates in long-distance races.
What encouraged you to download and test the app?
Several people advised me to test this app, so I downloaded it out of curiosity.
What do you like most about the app?
What I like most about this app, and what sets it apart from others I have tried, is the synchronization with our Garmin account! Thanks to this, the app can offer us workouts tailored to our level, rather than workouts with random paces.
After the Nice-Cannes Marathon, what is your next sporting challenge?
After the Nice-Cannes Marathon, it will be the Marathon des Sables!
Congratulations Mario from the entire RunMotion Coach team 😉