How to speed train for a marathon

Check out this instructional cross country video that demonstrates how to speed train for a marathon. All runners, for whatever distance, should do some kind of speed skills every week. These can be done a couple days after a hard run and can enhance recovery. Training for running a marathon is very difficult, and sometimes you don't have the time to do it properly. Here are some tips on how to speed-train for marathon running.

Take action and remember these tips:
All runners need speed skills
Short warm up with stretches, then drills
Try strides & short sprints
Try local 5K or 10K races at brisk pace