Calling all Marathoners....

I'll email my schedule to those that asked.

Cathy-THANKS for the input on the Disney marathon! I have heard the same things you've shared with me a few times, and it's always nice to hear the SAME thing all the time. At least I'll know what to expect.

Lynn-good luck with your marathon.

Gayle
 
I'm training for the Philadelphia Marathon on 11/20/05. I ran a 25k on 8/14/05 and a half marathon on 9/18/05.

There's no cause involved, just wanted to challenge myself. :) I've been running for 5 years and run alot of 5k, 5 mile, 10k, and 7 mile races but never anything longer.

I try to run two 4 mile runs and one 6-8 mile run during the week. My long runs are on the weekend, either Saturday or Sunday. The longest I've run has been 20 miles a couple of weekends ago and hope to do one or two more 20+ mile runs before the marathon.

I lift heavy weights at the gym, legs twice and upperbody twice. I also like filling in with Cathe step, abs, and stretching whenever I can.

My goal for the marathon is a 9-10 minute per mile pace. I ran the half marathon in 9:33 minute miles (didn't really push myself, just tried to enjoy it and not get hurt!) I'm hoping to finish the marathon in 4 hours 20 minutes or less. :)

Kathy
 
Hi all! I just received my final marathon training tip of the week:

Tip of the Week
Besides not doing anything different before and during the marathon, here are four important tips to make your marathon a more successful journey.

1. Arrive at the marathon well hydrated by making sure you've had plenty of water and Gatorade prior to Sunday morning. Stay hydrated and refueled during the marathon with Gatorade which is properly formulated with electrolytes and carbohydrates. This will prevent your muscles from cramping during the final miles. Staying properly hydrated through the marathon and immediately after will enable you to start your recovery process before even finishing the marathon.

2. If this is your first marathon, run the first 15 to 20 miles at the same pace you have run all your training runs. Do not get caught up in the excitement and start out any faster than your normal training pace. If you are an experienced marathoner, run those first 15 to 20 miles by holding back at a comfortable pace. Do not try to put some “time in the bank” in the earlier part of the marathon. You will pay a lot of interest at the end and not get the time you planned on. Pace yourself accordingly. Save some of that energy for the last 6.2 miles when you know you are going to need it.

3. Try very hard to remember to run tall. By running tall and keeping your chin up, you will allow more oxygen into your lungs, giving your legs the oxygen they need to keep at your pace. You may see other runners curled up in the fetus-like position looking exhausted and shuffling along miles 17 to 26.2. Don't let that be you!

4. Be positive and run with a positive attitude and smile. Smiling makes you feel better, and you never know when someone might snap your photo. The CARA training program has trained you both mentally and physically so you know you can complete this event. There is no reason why you should think you can’t. By following these four tips you should have a great and successful journey to the finish line.
 
OK - Now you've ALL inspired me to take a look at running a marathon. I've done a 1/2 and it was one of the best experiences of my life. I never thought that a full marathon would be something I could do, but now reading all of your threads - I CAN DO IT!!! :7

I'm going to get on a website and find out which one around here I can do. ;)

THANK YOU for the inspiration!

~Marcia~
 
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