How to Deal With Marathon Race-Day Problems

If you can learn how to adapt to circumstances both in and out of your control on marathon day, you'll run a smart race. Personal record or not, learning how to go with the flow with the cards you're dealt on race day can make a huge impact not only on whether you finish the race, but also on how happy you are doing it.

Here's a quick primer on how you can make adjustments to keep yourself on track on marathon day.

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