Why you should run tune-up races before your next marathon

Published by Coach Chris Knighton on

In this episode, I talk about why you should sign up for two “tune-up” races before your next marathon. I discuss the many benefits of running tune-up races, how to schedule them, and share two different strategies for how to approach them.


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Coach Chris Knighton

Chris Knighton is the founder and Head Coach of Knighton Runs Marathon Coaching, where he helps passionate runners train with purpose, run faster marathons, and pursue ambitious goals. He has coached more than 100 athletes, and Knighton Runs has earned 80+ five-star Google reviews from runners he has worked with. A USATF-certified running coach and author of "Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR", Chris has been featured in Runner’s World and Women’s Running. He lives in Providence, Rhode Island, with his family.