Welcome back to Training Talk. This is Episode 6 with Matt and Max speaking all about Matt Fox's Marathon Training Plan for the year of 2024 which includes focusing on speed work for the first 6 months before transitioning to Marathon Specific work from the end of Summer.  Pillar Performance is the sponsor of this podcast. Thanks Pillar Performance!  Code: SWEAT15 - 15% off first time purchases at pillarperformance.shop, and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance) Max Frankel - Apply For Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/max-frankel/ Matt Fox - Apply For Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/matt-fox/ Sweat Elite Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ 00:00 Welcome & Sponsor - Pillar Performance Shout Out 01:29 Diving Into Training Updates and Future Plans 04:01 The Importance of Rest and Recovery in Training 05:20 Navigating Fitness, Form, and Feel: A Deep Dive 07:51 The Intricacies of Training Stress and Cognitive Load 16:01 The Role of Rest in Athletic Performance 24:38 Walking as a Recovery Tool: Insights and Opinions 29:05 Navigating Illness and Training Decisions 29:40 Reflecting on Taking Time Off and Its Impact 31:45 The Long-Term Perspective on Training and Goals 34:58 The Importance of Rest Periods in Professional Athletes' Regimens 44:43 Maximizing Training Efficiency with Zone Workouts 51:27 Preparing for the Shamrock Shuffle 8K Race 56:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans