03/03/2025 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON

Motivation and mental strength for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON

A marathon like the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is not only a physical challenge, but above all a mental one. To achieve your goals, you not only need stamina, but also strong nerves. Here are five essential tips for your preparation.

_{Huge anticipation just before the start of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024. © SCC EVENTS / Tilo Wiedensohler}

1. Develop mental strength

Doubts and moments of exhaustion are inevitable, but they are not the end. The key is to accept these doubts and keep going anyway. Visualize your goal regularly, whether it's crossing the finish line or the feeling of success. In difficult moments, focus on the reasons why you want to run the marathon and remind yourself that you can give everything you have to achieve your goal.

2. Long-term training planning

Preparation for the marathon should not be limited to the last few months before the race. Start early and build up your training gradually. Your training plans should help you to acclimatize your body to the increasing load while preventing injuries. Set yourself clear intermediate goals to help you stay motivated and consider each step forward as a milestone on the way to the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.

_{Overwhelming feelings, so close to the finish line at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024. © SCC EVENTS /Tilo Wiedensohler}

3. Keep patience

The marathon is a long-term project. You won't achieve peak performance straight away, and it's important not to get discouraged when things get more difficult. Celebrate the small victories - whether it's a better time on a test run or the feeling of finishing a long run with less fatigue. This progress is the building block that will lead you step by step to success.

4. The head is crucial

It's your mind that pulls you through the tough moments. Your body will adapt to the demands during the training phases, but it's your mental strength that will push you to go beyond your limits. Keep your goals in sight, stay focused and trust your plan, even when the road seems long. Every step you take brings you closer to success.

5. Maintain positive self-talk

The way you talk to yourself has a huge impact on your performance. Replace negative thoughts with positive and supportive statements. Instead of thinking “I can't do it”, say to yourself: “I am strong, I can do it”. A positive inner dialog will help you to persevere through difficult phases and boost your mental strength.

Preparing for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is a journey that requires both physical and mental strength. With a clear training plan, patience and a positive mindset, you will not only test your physical limits, but also strengthen your mental resilience. Stay focused, trust the process and always remember that every step - no matter how small - brings you closer to your goal. The marathon starts in your head, and with the right mindset, you will successfully reach the finish line.