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Runners crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge during a marathon event.
WEEKS  13-16

Performance and Taper

What you’ll be doing

You're in the home stretch. Phase 4 is all about maintaining functional strength while allowing your body to recover, adapt, and peak for race day. The focus shifts to quality over intensity, dialing back volume, avoiding excessive fatigue, and sharpening movement patterns that support strong, efficient running. This is where strength training complements your taper, helping you feel light, powerful, and race-ready.


Let the work show. Race day is coming.

Other training to go with Strength

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MINDSET

Secure your 2026 entry through our Official Travel Partners

Travel with one of our Official Travel Partners to guarantee your entry through specially curated travel packages. These packages are ideal for runners and friends and family, providing a seamless marathon weekend experience. Select a Travel Partner that supports your region.

Secure your 2026 entry by running for a purpose with our Charity Partners

Missed out on Ballot? Run for purpose with our headline charities; Running for Premature Babies and We Run Foundation, or choose from our Official Charity Partners

Secure your 2026 entry via our Seven Rewards Program

Sign up to our Seven Rewards mailing list to receive exclusive offers and prizes from our partners - including free 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon entries! 

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STRENGTH

Take your training to the next level. 
Led by TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS Head Coach, Ben Lucas, we’re launching the ultimate 16-week series to strengthening your body in the lead up to the big day. 

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