Major marathon training
Prepare for the Lisbon Marathon
Lisbon, Portugal • Expected date: 18 October 2026
Destination Marathon • Europe • Europe/Lisbon
Start with a marathon plan prefilled for race day, then refine the schedule around your current running, available days, and goal.
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Race overview
What to know before training for Lisbon Marathon.
Scenic coastal-to-city route with possible wind and sun exposure
Attractive destination marathon with conditions that can vary by the coast
Date source: https://www.maratonaclubedeportugal.com/en/
Training focus
Wind management, downhill control, hydration practice
Race week
Do not overstride on downhill sections early; protect your quads for the final 10 km
Plan setup
The builder above starts with the marathon distance and race date selected. After generating, adjust your weekly mileage, long run, and training days so the first week matches your real starting point.
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Race FAQ
Lisbon Marathon training questions
How many weeks should I train for the Lisbon Marathon?
Most marathon runners should allow at least 16 to 20 weeks, depending on current fitness, weekly mileage, and race goals. EzyRun starts with the race date selected so you can generate a realistic schedule and adjust it after previewing the first week.
Is the Lisbon Marathon a fast marathon course?
Scenic coastal-to-city route with possible wind and sun exposure
What should I focus on when preparing for the Lisbon Marathon?
Wind management, downhill control, hydration practice
What is a good race-week tip for the Lisbon Marathon?
Do not overstride on downhill sections early; protect your quads for the final 10 km
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