When you begin training for a marathon, you automatically gain entry into a special club. And once you become a member, you'll start noticing changes right away. Some of those things will be expected—others, not so much.
Wait, I'm chafing where?
Here are 13 things you may (or may not) see coming.
Any run under 10 miles starts to feel like an easy run.
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Remember when running for a half-hour used to feel like a huge challenge? Well, once you've been logging double digit runs every weekend, your regular runs will feel delightfully short.
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Megan is a runner and writer living in Upstate New York. Megan ran cross-country and track throughout high school and college and now enjoys longer races like the marathon. When she's not reviewing the latest fitness gear or writing copy for brands, Megan enjoys being active with her husband and two small children. For more on what Megan is up to, you can follow her on Instagram.
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