The best way of being seen when sub-3 training in the dark
Stay safe on dark runs with reflective gear and light belts. Essential kit for sub-3 marathoners to avoid collisions and keep training on track.
GEAR
At the sub-3 marathon level, gear matters. This section reviews the shoes, watches, apparel, and recovery tools serious runners depend on. From carbon-plated racing shoes and GPS watches to lightweight kit and accessories, we assess what gives real performance benefits and what’s just hype. Choosing the right gear won’t guarantee you run under three hours, but making poor choices can hold you back. These guides help sub-3 marathoners get it right.
Should sub-3 runners take epsom salt baths?
Sub-3 runners don’t take bubble baths – they “soak their legs.” Just don’t ask too many questions about the 20kg sack of salts by the door.
Why I learned to stop worrying and love bone conducting headphones
They’re race legal, road aware and surprisingly effective – even for a purist
In praise of a Theragun for sub-3 training
Massage guns might look like a gimmick, but used well they can be a sub-3 runner’s secret weapon. This is how to get real value out of one - without overdoing it.
Should I get my dream pair of shoes for my sub-3 attempt?
When you’ve done the hard training, is it really worth dropping another £250 on race-day shoes? Maybe not. But you don’t want to be blaming your feet at 35K.
How many shoes should a sub-3 runner have in rotation?
Rotating your running shoes isn’t just about indulgence or kit obsession. For sub-3 runners, it’s a practical strategy for injury prevention, cost control and performance.
Do Alphaflys help you run a sub-3 marathon?
Sub-3 stays with you for life. And in my view, these shoes can help make it happen.