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EP. 118 | The Cape Town Marathon Countdown; Your Ultimate 10-Week Training Guide with Coach Mike Roscoe

August 6, 2025 · 1 h 14 min

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With just 10 weeks to go until race day, this episode of Making A Runner is your go-to guide for final preparations ahead of the Cape Town Marathon.

Your Host Nic — a three-time CT Marathon finisher — sits down with Coach Mike Roscoe from SBR Sports Coaching to unpack everything you need to know to get to the start line feeling confident and ready to run your best race yet.

Whether you're training for your first marathon or chasing a PB, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge from years of experience coaching runners. Together, they cover:

  • How to structure your final training weeks

  • Key differences in approach for first-timers vs. experienced runners

  • Strength training integration without sacrificing recovery

  • How to mentally prep for race day and manage expectations

  • Route insights

  • The importance of consistency, mindset, and building belief

This conversation is packed with practical advice, relatable insight, and expert tips that’ll leave you feeling motivated and prepared. It's the episode we all wish we had before our first Cape Town Marathon!

Make sure to share it with your running buddies and leave a review on the show.

For more information and educational content follow Mike on instagram @sbrsportscoaching or check out his website www.sbrsport.co.za .

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