Pillars of Marathoning ‘26
A fall culminating in Sacramento
I adore the marathon and want to support racers preparing this fall by connecting them with experts who will help them make the most of their experience.
Which is why I’ve created this journey through the fall, partnering with R.A.D. Running to learn from experts on the topics that build successful marathoners.
Pillars of Marathoning is a series of 1-hour video calls on Wednesday evenings at 8pm EST that explore the physical, psychological, and emotional elements required to make the most of the Marathon.
Each session is focused on a specific topic needed on race day. Including a guest expert on the topic of the day, personal work time to apply the learnings to your plan, as well as live Q+A to dive deeper into the topic together.
Partner
All participants receive a free pair of UFO super trainers from R.A.D. Running
R.A.D. Running
Dates
Oct 7 — 8pm EST – Goal setting & Fall training - We’ll start by setting intentions & routine for the training block ahead - in conversation with Blue Benedem, running coach, and __-time marathon finisher.
Oct 14 — 8pm EST – Marathon Strength & Mobility - We’ll meet with Anh Bui, Dr of Physical Therapy, strength coach, and runner. Anh helps runners understand the foundations of strength, as well as where to begin fitting this crucial element into their busy schedule.
Oct 21 — Marathon Nutrition - An overview of the basic nutritional needs of endurance athletes led by RD Cortney Berling
Oct 28 — 8pm EST — Mental skills for training & racing with Emily Saul - sports psychology coach
Nov 4 — 8pm EST – Advanced fueling for Race Day - how to not only not bonk but thrive on Race Day. In conversation with the team from Precision Fuel & Hydration, a partner of this program.
Nov 11 — 8pm EST – The Course - a super geeked-out deep-dive on your race day course.
Dec 2 — 8pm EST – Final Hype! - Time to get hyped! With a Special Guest…
Dec 9 — 8pm EST – Celebration! — post-race we’ll come back together to celebrate & commiserate!
Cost $285
(with $200 of free retail value)
Workshop format to help you apply the learnings to your race plan
Each session is recorded to review if missed
Private Whatsapp group to connect and chat with other participants
All sessions hosted by Peter Bromka, 5-time CIM finisher. I first ran CIM in 2016 with a friend. Then faster in 2017, then faster again in 2018, and 2019.
I love this race for all its geekery.
Many racers head to marathons around the world, but the geeky runners who love this game arrive in Folsom at the start of December prepared to give every ounce of themselves to the race.
All sessions of this workshop are interactive - a conversation between experts with time for participants to submit and ask questions.
Each session will also have a “workshop” component, helping every runner apply what they’ve learned to their plan for race day.
Please join us, a group of runner geeks aiming to make the most of our day together!
What You Get
Included
– A pair of R.A.D. UFOS - ($200 value) — a ridiculously fun new super trainer for many of your training miles.
– Participation in live sessions in detailed topics that impact performance on Dec 6th
– Enrollment email outlining the sessions, the schedule, and links to sessions
– Post-call recordings
– Worksheets to help you make your plan for the day
– Live Q+A with experts and other experienced Boston finishers
– Private WhatsApp group for connection with other participants
– Invitation to the R.A.D. House in Sacramento on marathon weekend
NOT included
– A day-to-day training plan. This program assumes you already have support for your training leading to your spring race.
– Excuses on Race Day, since you’ll have worked through hill training, nutrition, goal setting and inspiration with experienced Boston racers!
