Grandma's Marathon Training Plan
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Course Details
Terrain: Rolling
Elevation Gain: 557 ft
Elevation Loss: 685 ft
Race Temperature: 50°F–70°F (start: 52°F)
Course Highlights
- Net downhill course with 128ft net descent - excellent for PRs
- Scenic 26.2-mile route along Lake Superior's North Shore
- 16-20% of participants achieve Boston qualifying times
- Perfect June racing weather (50-70°F)
- Point-to-point course following scenic Highway 61
- Excellent crowd support including famous 'yard parties'
- Iconic Canal Park finish in downtown Duluth
A scenic point-to-point marathon from Two Harbors to Duluth, Minnesota, along Lake Superior's North Shore. Known for its net downhill profile with gentle rolling hills, making it ideal for personal bests and Boston qualifying times.
🏆 What Makes the Grandma's Marathon Special
- Point-to-point course from Two Harbors to Canal Park in Duluth with net 128ft descent
- Scenic route along Lake Superior's North Shore on Highway 61 with stunning water views
- Excellent Boston Marathon qualifying opportunity - 16-20% of participants achieve BQ times
- Perfect June racing conditions with cool Lake Superior breezes (50-70°F typical)
- Famous 'yard parties' and enthusiastic crowd support, especially on London Road
- Well-organized race with aid stations every 2-3km providing water and Powerade
- Iconic finish at Canal Park with massive crowd support and celebration
Your Grandma's Marathon Training Plan Includes:
Course-Specific Training
Workouts designed specifically for Grandma's Marathon's rolling terrain and conditions.
Personalized Pacing
Heart rate zones and pace targets calculated for your fitness level and goals.
12-18 Week Schedule
Complete weekly training schedule with progressive mileage and intensity.
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Essential Marathon Training Package
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What's Included:
- Personalized 12-18 week training plan for your specific marathon course
- Course-specific elevation and terrain analysis
- Zone-based training with heart rate and pace targets
- Heat acclimation calculator and protocols
- Race-day nutrition and carb-loading guides
- Monthly email check-ins from your coach
- Course-specific pacing strategy
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Everything in Essential, PLUS:
- 30-minute video onboarding call
- Direct 1:1 email access to your coach
- Weekly email check-ins from your coach
- Real-time training plan adjustments
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