Training for a marathon sounds pretty simple when you look at the training plan.

But then there's work, kids, laundry, meals, strength training, recovery and all the little things that don't disappear just because you have a big goal.

So today, I'm taking you through a normal training day and showing you what it actually looks like to fit running and strength training into a full-time, very, real-life.

I'm a big believer in keeping things simple. I don't need an elaborate morning routine or hours in the gym. I just need to figure out what works, get the important things done, and make room for the things that matter.

For strength, we're keeping things short and runner-focused right now. Single leg work, glute focused movements and enough strength to support my running without creating unnecessary fatigue.

Because the goal isn't to train as much as possible.

The goal is to train well enough to keep going.

Wine and dine is coming up, Dopey is getting closer and I'm finding out just how far I can take this while still living a normal life.

BIG GOALS. REAL LIFE.

Let's find out what I'm capable of.

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