Leveraging Orange 60 & Tread 50 for Marathon Month Prep

Marathon Month is just around the corner

and it’s time to lace up those shoes and get serious! Whether you're aiming to break a personal best or just survive the miles with your dignity intact, I've got a solid game plan to help you crush it. Here's how to maximize your Orange 60 and Tread 50 classes over the next 1-2 weeks and turn yourself into a marathon machine.

1. Mix It Up, Buttercup

Orange 60 is like the multivitamin of workouts: a little bit of everything to keep you on point. Combine these with Tread 50 classes, where it’s all about that run game, and you’ve got a recipe for marathon domination.

• Weekly Plan Example:

  • Monday: Orange 60 – start the week off strong!

  • Tuesday: Tread 50 – let’s get those legs moving.

  • Wednesday: Rest or Light Activity – your body deserves some TLC.

  • Thursday: Orange 60 – back at it!

  • Friday: Tread 50 – feel the burn, love the burn.

  • Saturday: Orange 60 or Outdoor Run – hit the great outdoors if you can.

  • Sunday: Rest or Light Activity – Netflix and stretch?

Of course, you can mix and match these ideas, but make sure to sprinkle in Tread 50 and rest days to really stay on top!

2. Go the Distance

In the homestretch to Marathon Month, focus on building that endurance. During Orange 60, own the treadmill blocks. Find a pace that’s challenging but won’t make you regret life choices. If you constantly find yourself needing the recoveries, find a pace that won’t make you stop to rest and recover! Pulling back to a new base pace could be the magic key to maintaining Push and base intensities. Take advantage of Tread 50 to nail those longer, steady-state runs. Consistency is key! And if you have any endurance rows, build your power to a slightly higher, but maintainable intensity. Your heart will thrive!

3. Unleash Your Inner Speed Demon

Power days are perfect for boosting fast-twitch muscles in your all-outs. If you’re looking for that extra bit of distance on power days, knowing how to test your limit and break through the mental barriers of that .1 faster pace could make all the difference, but definitely take advantage of the walking recoveries. If you’re out of class, sprinkle in some sprint intervals ( or as I call them, Sprintervals) to keep your power game on point. Maybe go for some Sprinterval pyramids to work on longer efforts at higher intensities! And don’t forget to embrace your inclines and hills!

4. Stronger, Faster, Better

Strength training isn't just for looking good in the mirror. It’s crucial for marathon prep. Strong muscles mean more efficient running and fewer injuries. Keep your leg game strong in the Orange 60s by doubling down on your squats, lunges, and deadlifts. And really aim to challenge your core. A strong core in running improves your technique, form, and creates a more efficient run. And leverage your lower body Strength 50s to give those running muscles a great workout.

5. Chill Out

Recovery is the unsung hero of training. Give your body the love it deserves with rest and recovery. If your body is screaming for a break, listen to it! Maybe focus on your stretching and mobility! Hit your hips, hammies, quads, and calves for an added benefit after your classes. HYDRATE and EAT! You want to drink plenty of water and eat plenty of protein and fuel with some carbs. IF you end up coming to your class on a rest day, allow for a “Green” day. And I’m not talking about singing Basketcase (although, by all means, if it comes on belt it like you’re at karaoke), but rather trying to avoid going higher than your green zone (or zone 3) during class.

6. Mind Over Miles

Marathon running is as much a mental game as it is physical. Get your head in the game with these mental hacks. Imagine each class like its own leg of your marathon race. Picture yourself crossing the finish line at each class like the badass you are. Give yourself a mantra— Just as the Little Engine that Could would repeat “I think I can”, give yourself something to thrive on and remind yourself. Don’t lose your mindfulness in the race. Stay present and focus on your breathing and form.

With Marathon Month on the horizon, now’s the time to fine-tune your training and focus on what matters most. Our Orange 60 and Tread 50 classes are your secret weapons. Stay consistent, listen to your body, and most importantly, have a blast!

Remember: It’s a marathon, not a sprint.