I (F, 40) purchased the Full Marathon Level 2 plan with a goal of finishing in 4:00–4:30. I followed almost every workout, only missing one week due to a minor knee pain. I also watched all the YouTube videos, followed the nutrition and hydration advice, and even tested a few shoe recommendations, decided to race in the Asics Superblast 2. Fast forward to yesterday’s MCM 2025 (Arlington, VA): the race went much better than I ever imagined! I ran with the 4:15 pacers for 19 miles, then felt strong enough to push ahead, finishing in 4:09:46, and still felt like I could keep going. Huge thanks for your incredible plan, helpful content, and genuine passion for what you do. Your guidance made all the difference, I absolutely love your work and highly recommend your plans!
Loved the look of this top, so thought I’d give it a go and it does not disappoint! Super nice fit, comfy and just enough warmth for the cold weather, but not too much so you don’t overheat! I’m usually a medium, but got a small as per the guidance.
Great photo Ben! Thank you for the review and lovely to hear how much you're enjoying your new top!
Very good quality, socks feels supportive and comfortable at the same time. Highly recommend it.
Thank you very much for your review Eduardo! Great to hear you're enjoying the sock!
Just wore my new t-shirt for my Sunday long run and I love it 👍
Great photo Nick! Thank you very much for the review. Wishing you many happy runs in your new tee!
Just got to this and it's fantastic! I felt getting better after just 10 days. Its simple, easy to understand and most important, effectively executed plan. And if you have any questions, you get answers almost instantly on the website. 5 stars, easily!!!
Thank you very much for your review Zlatko! Great to hear about the progress you're making. We're always here to help with any advice you need. All the very best for your race soon, let us know how you get on!
My first time purchasing an actual hat for running. I am very impressed. My head was cool the whole run, no more sweaty baseball caps, thanks to coming across Ben's gear. It's light weight, looks good and it's very comfortable.
Thank you very much for your review!! Great to hear how much you're enjoying the new hat!
After losing 40kgs, with a haphazard methodology. I decided on a challenge the Taunton 1/2 marathon looks flat so that’s the one! For a change I took advice and a training plan was needed. Bens plan is clear and simple to follow. The gradual increases in volume and the reasons why are explained. Two weeks in and I’m still going for it . Cheers Ben.
Thank you for your review Nigel! Congratulations on all you've achieved and best of luck at Taunton 1/2. Let us know how you get on!
Followed the advanced marathon plan for my Chicago block and managed to lower my PB from 3h29 to 3h13 ! I felt really good for almost the entire race and negative split as well ! This is the second plan I use after the half marathon one and I would highly recommend Ben's plans for any race preparation!
Thank you for your review Marcelin! Congratulations on your huge PB in Chicago. That's fantastic!! HUGE well done from me!!
Ran my first marathon in Munich in this shirt. Having a nicely visible shirt was actually really helpful for my family since they were able to spot me easily from the side
Great photo Stephan!! Thank you very much for your review and great to hear you used it in your marathon. Congratulations on your amazing run!!
I got this plan as a ‘base template’ for my 12-week training block towards my SUB90 attempt for the 2025 Nike Melbourne Half Marathon. I’m happy to report that I smashed my target on this race - by a good margin that exceeded my initial estimates. Was able to sustain a negative split throughout. 1:26:06 Strava finish time / 1:27:52 chip finish time. Absolutely buzzing! The plan has got the right staged volume ramp-up to reduce the risk of pre-race injuries as well as a good balance of speed & easy base runs. Thanks Ben Parkes! You’re a LEGEND!
Thank you very much for your review Ivan! It's great to hear how well the plan worked for you at Melbourne for you. Congratulations on all you've achieved to run this brilliant time. Well done!! 🙌
