By late summer, it's time to be getting up to a 20-mile run, if you haven't already. If you have done a 20 earlier in the summer, get another one in during August. I like to do 2-3 runs of at least 20 miles before a marathon. Just make sure the last 20 is at least a month before race day, so you have time to taper.

If you haven't done a 20 by mid-August, fit one into your schedule, but don't jump from 13-14 to a 20-miler. Get at least one 16-18 mile run under your feet to boost your confidence.

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