The Time is Now: Set Your Fall or Winter Marathon Goal
One of the most rewarding parts of my career has been helping runners of all levels set and achieve their goals. Whether you’re looking to complete your first marathon or improve your time in a fall or winter race, I can tell you this: Now is the time to set your sights on your goal and put a plan in motion.
Why Set a Goal Now?
Too often, runners wait until it’s “the perfect time” to commit to a race, only to find themselves scrambling to train properly or missing out altogether. The truth is, the best time to start planning is right now—when there’s still plenty of time to build a strong base, ramp up training safely, and arrive at race day feeling confident.
If you’re eyeing a fall or winter marathon, this is your window to start preparing.
The Power of a Clear Goal
Having a clear, well-defined goal does more than just give you a target—it keeps you motivated on the days when life gets busy, the weather isn’t ideal, or your energy is low. I’ve seen countless runners thrive once they’ve set their sights on a specific event and committed to a training plan.
Take Rebecca, for example. A busy mom who had always dreamed of running a marathon, she joined our Customized Training Program last spring. By working with Chris Twiggs and setting small, achievable goals along the way, she built the endurance and confidence she needed to cross the finish line of the Chicago Marathon last fall. “Chris was so helpful in adapting my plan to my schedule, and the weekly calls and group really kept me accountable,” she told me. “I never would have done this without setting my goal and joining the group early .”
Or consider Mike, a seasoned runner who was hitting a wall in his marathons and unable to break under the 4-hour barrier. After setting his sights on the Marine Corps Marathon, he followed my run-walk-run method, stayed consistent, and crushed his goal with a 10-minute PR! “The best decision I made was committing early,” he said. “It gave me time to train the right way, and with your plan and method, I was able to be much more consistent and injury-free!”
Let’s Make Your Goal Happen
If you signed up for an event or want to put something on the calendar—whether it’s your first or your fiftieth—I encourage you to take action now. The key to success isn’t waiting until conditions are perfect; it’s making a decision, putting a plan in place, and staying committed.
Not sure where to start? Let’s talk. My team and I are here to help you define your goal, create a realistic plan, and set you up for success. Book a goal-setting call today at www.jeffgalloway.com/schedule, and let’s take the first step toward making this your best race season yet!
See you at the starting line,
Jeff
