♠ Posted by Paul Naylor at 6:00 PM
Sometimes people put running a marathon on their bucket list, without giving much thought as to the time and financial commitment.
Some people don’t realize that marathon training is very time-intensive. At times, it may feel like a part-time job (that you don’t get paid for). Beginners should plan to run or exercise at least 4-5 days a week and, once you hit your training peak, one of those days will involve hours of running.
And running a marathon isn’t cheap. In addition to the race entry fee and travel/possible lodging costs for race weekend, you’ll need to buy running shoes, running clothes and gear, sports nutrition, and other essentials. You may also have other related expenses such as gym membership, child care, physical therapy, and massages.
Before you commit to a marathon, think realistically about your work, family, and other responsibilities to determine if you would have the time and money to commit to the training and the race. Some people may need to get family members on board before committing if they’re going to need help with childcare and/or household responsibilities.
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