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How to Make Up Mileage After Missing Runs in Marathon Training
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On October 7, 2026, Runner's World reported the views of several coaches: missing a few sessions in marathon training will not ruin the entire buildup, but cramming make-up mileage into an already taxing long run is the biggest mistake, as it raises recovery demands and affects subsequent training. The report did not provide a specific make-up plan or mileage figures, only noting that make-up mileage should not be concentrated into the long run.
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Coaches told Runner's World that missing a few marathon-training runs won't ruin a build, but cramming those miles into an already demanding long run is the biggest mistake, raising recovery demands and compromising the training ahead. Instead, spread small additions across midweek easy runs, split the long effort, or add low-impact cross-training.
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