The Run Cape Town Podcast

WHAT NOT TO DO In Cape Town Race Week

Race week is finally here for the Cape Town Marathon! In this final episode of the Run Cape Town podcast, we talk through everything runners should focus on in the last few days before race day, and, just as importantly, what you should avoid. We cover final race week training, why you should not try to “test” your fitness, how to manage sleep, hydration, and nutrition, what to think about if you are travelling to Cape Town, how to handle the expo without spending too much time on your feet, and what to keep in mind for race day pacing, weather, water stations and your GPS watch.

Don’t Ruin Your Cape Town Marathon Taper

Pre-order Your Custom Cape Town Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ [https://shop.coachparry.com/] With two weeks to go until Cape Town Marathon, we break down what runners need to know about race day weather, gear choices, and how to taper properly.  From throwaway layers and unpredictable Cape Town conditions to the science behind a taper, this episode will help you arrive fresh, confident, and ready to execute your race plan.

The #1 Mistake Runners Make 3 Weeks Out

Pre-order Your Custom Cape Town Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ [https://shop.coachparry.com/] With three weeks to go before race day, this episode breaks down what really matters in your final stretch.  Learn how to approach your longest run, why one bad session does not define your marathon, and how to avoid the common mistakes that can ruin your race before you even start.  We also unpack pacing, recovery, and what to expect from the Cape Town Marathon route so you can stay calm, stay consistent, and arrive at the start line ready to perform.

Cape Town Marathon: The Best Time to Do Your LONG RUN

Pre-order Your Custom Cape Town Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ [https://shop.coachparry.com/] A fresh PB, race day lessons, and smart marathon strategy.  This episode covers Ntutu’s London Marathon experience plus expert advice on long runs, pacing, fueling, and setting the right target for the Cape Town Marathon.

Cape Town Marathon: What You Do Next Matters Most

Pre-order Your Custom Cape Town Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ [https://shop.coachparry.com/] This episode is all about navigating the most critical phase of your marathon journey,  the taper. We unpack what a proper recovery week should feel like, why less is more right now, and how to trust the work you’ve already done. Plus, we dive into one of the biggest concerns runners face at this stage: what to do if you feel a niggle, get sick, or something doesn’t feel quite right. Should you push through? Back off? Panic? We’ll guide you through how to manage injuries and illness in these final weeks, how to reduce your risk, and how to arrive at the start line feeling confident, healthy, and ready.