Last night was the orientation meeting at my gym for the marathon training. All I can tell you, if I have not already, this training will be an ass kicker!
There is plenty of running challenges - tempo runs, speed work, hill work, and of course the weekly long runs.
There is also yoga, pilates, nutrition class, and strength training.
Scott, the manager of the gym asked us to write a bit about our running history and health issues. I detailed my foot history. So they are aware, and adjust things for me if need be. He told me he thinks I will do great with the program.
We were also asked about goals and what we hope to accomplish. I have two. I want to be a more efficent runner, and I want to be fitter.
Do I have a goal forthe marathon? Yup! This one is not about just finishing. Time to set a PR - Personal Record. Knowing my race history, and with this training, I am shooting for a sub 6 hour race. I think this is realistic with the kind of training I will have.
Here is what June looks like training wise:
Mondays - Pilates
Tuesdays - Yoga
Wednesday - Shorter runs 4-5 miles + strength training
Thursdays - Runs on my own
Saturdays - Long tuns + 1 nutrition class
This will change in July, and I will talk about that then. I will also detail here what I am doing and feeling as I go through this training process. It is going to be one interesting ride.
:-)Charlie
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