Health Coaching Special - Preparing for the MD-Marathon

10.07.2026 -

Health Coaching Special: Train for the Magdeburg (Mini-)Marathon on the 4th of October

This “Special” focuses specifically on running. The mini-marathon is “only” 4.2 km and is definitely doable. But if you’re up for it, you can also try to complete 10 km (or even more). Otherwise, there are also walking groups you can join. We’d love to experience the great feeling of a group sporting event together with you.

Health Coaching for Students (English and German)

We combine health coaching with a focus on running. This course is especially designed for participants who have taken a break from sports or have never really exercised before and now want to get back into it—the running event is, of course, not a requirement, but a great goal.
You’re also welcome to participate if you have prior experience.
The course includes strength-training exercises and theoretical content based on sports science.

What we do:

We’ll meet three times a week for one hour each session in September to prepare well for the run in early October. The training is divided into theoretical sessions, strength-training sessions, and, of course, running sessions.
If you can’t make it to a session, that’s okay—we’ll also discuss how you can train on your own.

Weekly training topics:
- Training-related content, both theoretical and practical
- Full-body strength training (with suggestions for progression)
- Endurance sports: jogging
- Option to participate in a fun run (only if interested)

Theoretical content:
- Theoretical background on training management
- Theory on back health and performance enhancement
- Handouts on strength exercises for home

We recommend training three times a week, as the body needs regular stimulation to build muscle and endurance. Of course, you can also train on your own, and we’ll support you in doing so.

The course can be held in English or German.

 

If you have any questions about the course, please feel free to contact me:
Dr. Christiane Desaive

 

Registration Health Coaching Special

 

Organiser: Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg