Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. Last week's episode focused on opening the door of opportunity for those who may have never thought it possible to finish a marathon, let alone be successful at one. We discussed strategies to motivate you towards taking on a challenge and strategies to help you thrive. This week, we focus on those of you who have completed a marathon or even several. In this episode of the Purple Patch Podcast, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon shares actionable steps and strategies to help you improve your performance and take your marathon to the next level. Matt dissects marathon training and the unique challenges of marathon running to better understand what you face. He discusses common flaws in many marathon training plans to help runners avoid injury and progress. Matt highlights strategies you can leverage for a smarter training approach. From the benefits of clustered and split runs to practicing good posture with subtle inclines, Matt shares tips that can help enhance your speed and boost your skill set for your next marathon.  Also, be sure to check out our free live webinar, Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon, where Matt offers a more in-depth analysis of these points. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 02:48 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 02:49 - 06:43 - Coach's Corner 06:44 - 19:21 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 317: How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time 19:24 - 21:22 - Purple Patch Program Information 21:24 - 36:31 - How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time Cont. 36:33 - 37:51 - Purple Patch Program Information 37:52 - 40:26 - How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time Cont. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Free Live Webinar - Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon An Evening with Champions in support of the Challenged Athletes Foundation Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events