The Consistently Good Podcast S2E4: Answering Your Consistently Good Running Questions
Mar 11, 2026
A rapid-fire Q&A covering off-season plans for newer runners and how many 20+ mile long runs are useful. Timing a half as a marathon check-in and how to tell normal versus excessive fatigue are discussed. Heart-rate worry vs perceived effort, base-building structure, and what workouts signal sub-3 marathon readiness are explored.
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Schedule A Half Marathon 4 To 6 Weeks Before
- Avoid racing a hard half too close to marathon day; aim for 4–6 weeks gap or 6+ weeks if you recover slowly.
- Account for taper and recovery—half marathons often require ~5–7 day taper and several days post-race rest.
Address Eating Disorders With A Multi Disciplinary Plan
- Treat eating disorders with a multi-disciplinary approach: involve a therapist, nutritionist, and physician and run bloodwork and DEXA scans.
- Prioritize mental and physical health even if it delays performance goals; allow trusted confidants in the process.
Spot Chronic Fatigue By Its Persistence
- Distinguish normal from excess fatigue by duration: situational fatigue lasts a day or a workout; chronic fatigue persists for multiple days, weeks, or workouts.
- If chronic, get blood work and medical evaluation (iron, vitamin D, etc.) and pull back from hard sessions.