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Mi alleno per correre una maratona.

I'm training to run a marathon.

Pronunciation

Stress 'ma-ra-TO-na'. 'Alleno' = al-LE-no.

When to use it

Use this when explaining your specific fitness goal to a trainer, so they can design an appropriate cross-training programme alongside your running schedule.

What it means

'Mi alleno per' + infinitive = I train to/in order to. 'Correre una maratona' = to run a marathon. This structure works for any goal: 'mi alleno per nuotare', 'mi alleno per giocare a calcio'.

Variations

Voglio correre la Maratona di Milano.

I want to run the Milan Marathon.

Naming a specific race.

Sto preparando una gara di dieci chilometri.

I'm preparing for a ten-kilometre race.

Shorter distance.

Ho bisogno di un programma di cross-training.

I need a cross-training programme.

Asking for supplementary training.

Mini Dialogue

— Mi alleno per correre una maratona ad aprile. — Interessante! Quante settimane mancano? — Venti. Ho bisogno di rafforzare le gambe. — Perfetto. Includiamo squat e affondi nella tua scheda.

— I'm training to run a marathon in April. — Interesting! How many weeks are left? — Twenty. I need to strengthen my legs. — Perfect. We'll include squats and lunges in your plan.

Cultural Note

Italy has a vibrant running culture ('cultura del running'). Major races include the Maratona di Roma (March), the Maratona di Venezia (October), and the Milano Marathon (April). Italian running events are social occasions and attract thousands of participants of all levels.

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