How to succeed at long distance running

1. Injury Prevention

1.1. Stretching

1.2. Good Pacing

1.3. Strength Training

1.4. Good Shoes

2. Goal Setting

2.1. Make a Plan

2.2. Increase a Bit at a Time

2.3. Rewarding Yourself

3. Endurance

3.1. Run a Variety of Distances

3.2. Run a Variety of Types of Runs

3.2.1. Long Distance

3.2.2. Speed

3.2.3. Hills

3.3. Cross Training

4. Motivation

4.1. Having a Plan

4.2. Determination

4.3. Positive Thinking

4.4. Running with Others

5. Nutrition

5.1. Lots of Carbs

5.2. Fruits and Vegetables

5.3. Eat Enough

5.4. Natural, Unprocessed Food

5.5. Lots of Protein