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What sub-3 runners can learn from Josh Kerr's mile world record

What sub-3 runners can learn from Josh Kerr's mile world record

Josh Kerr's remarkable Project 222 culminated in one of the greatest moments in modern athletics: breaking the 27-year-old mile world record. Yet beyond the record itself lies a masterclass in preparation, mindset and consistency that offers valuable lessons for every ambitious marathon runner.

How fast can I really run a marathon?

How fast can I really run a marathon?

Best marathon watch settings for chasing sub-3

Best marathon watch settings for chasing sub-3

What are the phases in a sub-3 training cycle?

What are the phases in a sub-3 training cycle?

Sub-3 marathon training on holiday: advice and strategies

Sub-3 marathon training on holiday: advice and strategies

Should you run doubles to break 3 hours in the marathon?

Should you run doubles to break 3 hours in the marathon?

Niggle or injury? How sub-3 runners tell the difference

Niggle or injury? How sub-3 runners tell the difference

EXPERIENCES

How Claire Howard broke three hours as a frame runner

How Claire Howard broke three hours as a frame runner

Claire Howard only discovered frame running a few years ago, but has already become the first known female frame runner to break three hours for the marathon. In this Q&A, she reflects on training, racing, congestion, equipment problems and the freedom she has found through the sport.

César Borges running in the Zurich Marathon, approaching the final kilometres on a wet city street with spectators and a Ferris wheel in the background.

How I finally broke three hours at the Zurich Marathon

Jerry Rief running a road race in a yellow Laramie, Wyoming track-club vest and cap, mid-stride on a city street with spectators and buildings blurred in the background.

How Jerry Rief ran sub-3 marathons in every US state

Runner in St Albans Striders vest racing mid-marathon at Seville, focused and working hard, with spectators blurred behind during a fast, flat city-centre section.

10 things that finally made sub-2:40 happen in Seville

Richard Ginn running on the track in an England Masters vest, raising both arms as he approaches the finish.

100 marathons. Sub-3 across three decades.

Pete Johnson finishing the 1997 Flora London Marathon in 2:32:49, raising his arms as he crosses the line behind two other runners.

Sub-3 lessons from a lifetime in club running

George Fernandez stands proudly at the Chester Marathon finish area holding a sign showing his time of 2:49:26, wearing his medal and blue finisher’s hoodie.

How the power of positivity got me to 2:49

INSIGHTS

What sub-3 runners can learn from Josh Kerr's mile world record

What sub-3 runners can learn from Josh Kerr's mile world record

Josh Kerr's remarkable Project 222 culminated in one of the greatest moments in modern athletics: breaking the 27-year-old mile world record. Yet beyond the record itself lies a masterclass in preparation, mindset and consistency that offers valuable lessons for every ambitious marathon runner.

How fast can I really run a marathon?

How fast can I really run a marathon?

What are the phases in a sub-3 training cycle?

What are the phases in a sub-3 training cycle?

Niggle or injury? How sub-3 runners tell the difference

Niggle or injury? How sub-3 runners tell the difference

How to recover mid-race if your sub-3 start goes wrong

How to recover mid-race if your sub-3 start goes wrong

How much recovery do you need after a sub-3 marathon?

How much recovery do you need after a sub-3 marathon?

Strides in sub-3 marathon training: why they matter

Strides in sub-3 marathon training: why they matter

STRATEGY

Sub-3 marathon training on holiday: advice and strategies

Sub-3 marathon training on holiday: advice and strategies

Training on holiday as a sub-3 runner can be tricky. Here’s how to balance running with rest, avoid niggles, and return home fitter, fresher and ready to train.

Sub-3 marathon training: should you run a 100-mile week?

Sub-3 marathon training: should you run a 100-mile week?

Negative splits in the marathon: smart strategy for sub-3?

Negative splits in the marathon: smart strategy for sub-3?

From 3:30 to sub-3 marathon: 10 things to do differently

From 3:30 to sub-3 marathon: 10 things to do differently

How to plan your long run strategy for sub-3 marathon training

How to plan your long run strategy for sub-3 marathon training

Even pacing in big city marathons: is it realistic for sub-3?

Even pacing in big city marathons: is it realistic for sub-3?

How running tangents can shave minutes off your marathon time

How running tangents can shave minutes off your marathon time

FUEL

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5 tips to stay off alcohol as a sub-3 runner

Why Ozempic isn’t for sub-3 runners

Should I run fasted during sub-3 training?

How should I use electrolytes during my sub-3 effort?

Should I carry my own fuel during a sub-3 marathon attempt?

GEAR

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Best marathon watch settings for chasing sub-3

In praise of Garmin’s smart scales

Five reasons to consider Vaporfly 4 for your next marathon

Are your running shoes good value? Try this simple test

In praise of Shoe Goo

DECISIONS

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Should you run doubles to break 3 hours in the marathon?

Can you run back-to-back sub-3 marathons?

Can trail running prepare you for a sub-3 marathon?

Does cross-training help you achieve a sub-3 marathon?

Recovery runs in sub-3 training: vital or junk miles?