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Stylised illustration of a red tube applying glue to the worn sole of a running shoe, highlighting a simple repair trick used by many high-mileage runners.

In praise of Shoe Goo

If you’re churning through trainers at sub-3 mileage, this £12 fix might be the most cost-effective kit in your rotation
Patrick Hayes 12 Nov 2025
A confident Sub-3 marathon runner strides ahead at the 35km mark, while two other runners behind him look confused holding "PACE CHART" sheets.

Pacing strategies for sub-3 runners

How to run smart, stay strong and finish under 3 hours
Patrick Hayes 11 Nov 2025
Stylised graphic of a male marathon runner wearing a Sub-3 cap on a sunny day, symbolising the practical and psychological benefits of wearing a running cap.

Five reasons sub-3 runners should consider wearing a cap

A good running cap isn’t just for show. It can help with cooling, comfort, focus, and even confidence – especially in warm or sunny races.
Patrick Hayes 10 Nov 2025
Cartoon image of weary male runner in SUB-3 shirt jogging on winding road at sunrise, looking fatigued, with rolling hills behind – highlights importance of spotting overtraining.

How do I know if I’m overtraining for a sub-3?

What if the biggest threat to your sub-3 goal isn’t laziness or lack of talent – but training too hard for too long, and ignoring the warning signs?
Patrick Hayes 06 Nov 2025
A fit female runner in a light-blue SUB-3 jacket smiles while checking her watch post-run, with an inset screen showing “VO2 Max Increasing” in stylised display.

Should sub-3 marathoners be concerned about VO2 max?

VO2 max might be the headline stat on your watch, but it’s just one piece of the sub-3 equation. It can be useful - but it doesn’t define your potential.
Patrick Hayes 05 Nov 2025
A calm runner in a yellow SUB-3 vest with race number 123 sips tea on a tripod stool in the London Marathon start pen. Others stand or sit on bin bags around him.

10 tips for race-day morning at the London Marathon

Avoid stress on race-day morning at the London Marathon with these 10 practical tips – from toilet queues to folding stools, here’s how to stay calm and in control before the start.
Patrick Hayes 04 Nov 2025
A man pushes a running stroller while jogging with a woman during the day in a park, both wearing Sub-3 shirts, showing how training can fit into family life.

How to train for a sub‑3 marathon with a busy life

Think you’re too busy for a sub-3? With the right mindset and a few smart adjustments, serious training can slot into even the most hectic schedule.
Patrick Hayes 03 Nov 2025

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