Running

Poznań Maraton

Poznań Maraton takes place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in Poznań, Poland. The main route is 42.2 km.

Poznań Maraton is an annual road marathon held in Poznań, Poland, featuring a fast course starting near the Poznań International Fair.

What this race demands

The Poznań Maraton demands sustained aerobic output over a standard 42.2 km distance on a fast road course.

Aerobic Endurance

Covering 42.2 km requires a high level of cardiovascular capacity and muscular stamina to sustain a consistent running pace over several hours.

Pacing Discipline

The fast course profile invites early over-effort, making strict pacing adherence essential to avoid late-race fatigue.

A continuous intake of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour is recommended to maintain glycogen stores throughout the duration of the marathon.

Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.

Estimated finish

3:55–4:45

Peak-week training

5–7 h/week

A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.

IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal

Race day at Poznań Maraton is 6 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.

01Peak3 weeks · Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Sep 28, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.

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