TAPER TALES AND FUNDRAISING INNOVATION: MATT'S READY FOR ACTION

The taper is always a strange experience. After weeks of intense training, suddenly it all slows down. In Episode 2 Matt talks us through the challenges of dealing with the last 3 weeks of marathon training and also gives some great fundraising tips that could make a real difference to your fundraising efforts. He has had a great build up to the London Marathon 2025 and is ready for action! If you missed it here is a link to Episode 1.

Here's Matt's Just Giving page if you'd like to make a donation.

If you'd like to follow in Matt's footsteps and run your next event for Scoliosis Support & Research, or you're interested in one of the charity's London Marathon entries, email Will [e-mail]. Thank you.

To find out more about Scoliosis head to https://ssr.org.uk

PODCAST NOTES

Keywords   running, marathon, taper, nutrition, fundraising, mental health, community support, race day, training, advice   Summary   In this episode of the Runner Stories podcast, Tim Rogers speaks with Matt, a runner preparing for the London Marathon. They discuss the challenges of tapering, the importance of long runs, nutrition strategies, and the mental aspects of training. Matt shares his fundraising efforts for Scoliosis Support and Research, his future running goals, and offers advice for new runners. The conversation highlights the community support and personal growth that comes with marathon training.   Takeaways

• The taper period can feel strange and challenging for runners.
• Long runs can be mentally taxing, especially in warmer weather.
• Nutrition and hydration are crucial for race day performance.
• Fundraising can be enhanced through community engagement and creative strategies.
• It's important to enjoy the running journey and not stress too much about fundraising.
• Listening to your body is key; don't push through injuries.
• Building a supportive network can help with both training and fundraising.
• Using social media to share progress can motivate donors and supporters.
• The atmosphere on race day is invaluable; consider whether to use headphones.
• Setting realistic goals and celebrating small victories can boost confidence.

  Titles

• Navigating the Taper: Insights from a Marathon Runner
• Long Runs: The Mental and Physical Challenge

Sound Bites

• "It's hard, really, yeah."
• "It's all about the running now."
• "It's a strange sensation."

Chapters   00:00 The Taper Experience 02:54 Long Runs and Training Insights 05:56 Nutrition and Race Day Preparations 09:00 Fundraising Strategies and Community Support 12:00 Future Goals and Reflections 14:48 Advice for New Runners 17:59 Mental Preparation and Race Day Nerves