The 16th edition of the IAAF Gold Label Tata Mumbai Marathon to be held on January 20, 2019, will witness participation of over 45,000 athletes, including new runners who will be in the Marathon for the first time ever. The Mumbai Marathon is considered the Mecca of marathons in India and successfully qualifying for it is a huge achievement, especially for first-time runners. Also, being able to finish a marathon is a huge self-accomplishment for most participants.

But unfortunately, however enthusiastic or inspired you may be to compete in a marathon, it cannot be accomplished by just getting up in the morning and jogging your way to the finish line. Marathon runners will require proper training plans which includes running for long periods of time over a period of few months before competing in a half-marathon (21 Kms) or a full marathon (42 Kms).