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If you have decided to run a marathon, the time to start is now.

Set a target of a marathon which is about 6 months in the future. Then, I would start by finding a good pair of running shoes, and a track suit or shorts depending on the weather. Next, find a good running route - a loop of about 4 miles is ideal.

The first week, walk and run the 4 mile loop everyday for 6 days. On the seventh day take a break, you have earned it!

The second week, try to run more than you walk as you tackle the 4 mile loop. After the fourth week you should be mainly running. Now try to speed up your pace by timing your run. You should be aiming to reduce your time by a few seconds every day.

After you are used to this routine, you should lengthen your Saturday run by about 1 mile a week until you are able to run 13 miles.

You should now be running 4 miles a day for 5 days a week, and 13 miles a day for 1 day a week.

Continue this routine until the marathon and you should be in good shape to complete it in one piece.

Good luck!

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