Friday, June 14, 2013

Marathon Training

Marathon Training
^^ Taken during our last half marathon.

If you've been noticing, running has been a constant topic around here lately. I've mentioned it before—I have always been a runner. I took some time off from running from mid 2011 to now (because life kind of got in the way), but recently it's been something that I've really enjoyed again.

Ever since I was little kid, I told myself I wanted to run a marathon with my mom. She is ultimately inspiring to me in every way... not just in the fitness realm. She's run three marathons (including Boston), and countless other races. After years and years of saying, "Mom, someday we're going to do a marathon together,"—this year we are going to make it happen. In fact, on October 13, 2013, we are running The City of Trees Marathon. It's a local Boise marathon that runs through our little city, and from what I've heard, it's a great race.

Now, I've trained for half marathons before using a tried-and-true program online (by Hal Higdon), so when Mom and I decided on this race, I went back to his site for a marathon training schedule. I selected his Novice 2 program because it is designed for someone who has experience running long-distance, but may or may not have run a marathon before. The other novice programs are for those who don't have experience running, and the intermediate/advanced are for those who have run multiple marathons and who are looking to improve their time. Overall, Novice 2 seemed like the best approach. Here's our 18-week marathon training schedule:

Marathon Training Schedule

It should be noted that I did modify weeks 11, 13 and 15, which were originally 18, 19 and 20 miles (respectively). I understand that most people can run a max of 20 miles during a training run and then just go crank out 6.2 more on the actual race day to get to 26.2 miles... but for me, that's a whole extra hour of running, and I want to have a higher max-distance under my belt before the actual race. Also, if you're wondering the difference between a "run" and "pace," the "run" is just a normal training run at whatever speed you wish (for me during training it's usually a 10-minute mile). The "pace" runs suggest you run the miles listed  (ex: 5 m pace) at "race pace," and since I usually run races between an 8:30 and 9-minute mile, that's how fast I would run those 5 miles.

By the end of our training & after the race—if we stick to this schedule exactly (we usually end up running more than this)—we will have run 496 miles. Holy moses.

As you can see, our start date for this 18-week program was this last Monday, so we're already 5-days in. My mom and I will be running our mid-week training separately, and then getting together for our long runs on the weekends. It's going great so far, and I think this next 18-weeks is going to go quick, quick, quick! Let's cross our fingers for zero injuries along the way and lots of good conversations (my mom and I talk nonstop during our runs)! City of Trees, here we come!

PS> Hey Marnie (yes, Sister, I'm talking to you), you know you want to join us, right? Come on!

31 comments:

Jayme Hosch Wurtenberger said...

i would love to do a marathon, or even a half! that schedule doesn't look as intimidating as some others! best of luck!

Riley Fickett said...

Thanks for sharing this training schedule! I'm also training for my first marathon, which is on October 12 (the day before yours!) and am definitely going to follow this plan! Good luck in your race, and I can't wait to hear about your training! :)


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Annie said...

good luck!!! I completed my first half-marathon in May, and am training for my second one in September! my Dad is my race partner and we have the best time running together.

Anna Sinclair said...

Wow! Good luck with training, that's awesome!

Breenah said...

So awesome! Good luck! Keep us updated :)

Shannon Reilly Poole said...

Good luck! I ran the Disney Marathon in 2011 and loved it. It was unfortunately the worst run ever (heavy legs, ugh!) but I never hit the wall and I did have a lot of fun! I'm pregnant now but already have plans to run my next marathon in October 2014 and I can't wait, it's definitely addicting!!!
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Christy said...

Good luck!!! I use Hal Higdon's plans for basically everything. My coach recommended not running more than 20 milers for my first marathon training due to the fact that your body is more prone to injury the first time around. I never had injuries until that first full. But it was a remarkable experience none-the-less, and yours will be too, running with the ma!

Lariats and Lavender said...

GOOD LUCK! This is SO awesome. I've been telling Jen that I want to get into running. Not for a marathon or anything like that, just for getting healthier and feeling better and learning to control my breathing better, especially with sword fighting practice.

Kelly Ann said...

This absolutely crazy, wow! Good luck!

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Sara Wiles said...

So awesome Aunie! Can't wait to hear how the training goes. Running a marathon is on my bucket list and I'l currently signed up for a half in October. Maybe one day I'll get the guts to actually do it :). Have a great weekend!

Priya Pappu said...

Hi Aunie! I actually just got to cheer on my sister in the San Francisco marathon today! Both my sisters are marathoners but the longest I've ever done is a 10K (since I've stuck to racing 5K-mile-800). Since my college running days are long over and I've even taken some time off, I've been thinking about how much fun it would be to run a race with both my sisters! A marathon seems like such a fun event, especially when you can run it with someone! I've really been thinking about it a lot lately, and especially about the kind of training I would need to do for it. So thanks for posting this!!! I can't wait to hear about where your training takes you. Cheering you on!!

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Kateri Von Steal said...

Aunie, that's an amazing schedule... Once again, it makes me nauseous just by looking at it.

I hope to one day be able to run like you do... build my stamina, and just go.

You are definitely an inspiration.


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Maria said...

New follower! I'm running my first marathon that weekend too and am following the same plan! Good luck on your training and looking forward to following along :)

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks Jayme! I think that's why I liked it, too... not so bad, huh? :)

Annelise Rowe said...

Oh how cool! Well I wish you the best of luck training. Let me know how the schedule goes for you! So glad to help! :)

Annelise Rowe said...

That's so cool, Annie! Good luck on your 2nd one... it's so fun training with a parent!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks Anna! We are so excited! One week down!

Annelise Rowe said...

I sure will, Breenah. I'm sure we'll see my body change a bit, too... this is a lot of running!

Annelise Rowe said...

Oh, how cool! I bet that was the BEST marathon! I've always wanted to do a Rock N Roll marathon... like the one in Hawaii! The best! I think it's so cool you're already excited for your next one... that gives me hope that this might not be my last :) ha!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thank you! I'm hoping for no injuries. I think the most I've run before is 15 miles, and my body is totally ready. We did 9 this weekend (we were supposed to do 8, but 9 just kind of happened). I'm so excited to get up in the higher mileages!

Annelise Rowe said...

That would be perfect training! When I run with Daniel, we just do 30 minutes and it's great for him to keep his cardio up, but not too much to be overwhelming :) Good for you!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks Kelly! I think we're crazy, too! :)

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks Sara! I've seriously had it on my bucket list for years... and after this last 1/2, I thought, "OK Fine! Let's just do it!" I bet you will want to do one after a couple more halves... they're addicting!

Annelise Rowe said...

Hey Priya! How cool! I think the most fun thing next to running the race is cheering on people who you love who do it! You guys should totally run something together, even if it's a 10k or something that's a shorter distance. I'm proud of you, girl! I'll be keeping you posted with training updates as I go :)

Annelise Rowe said...

You are just so sweet! Thanks! I think I Like it because it's not too daunting for me. 30-ish miles a week? Sounds fun to me! You just keep building and building... you'll do great Kateri!

Annelise Rowe said...

Hey Maria! You're running one for the first time, too? YAY NEW MARATHONER'S CLUB! And that same weekend? We may as well be twins. I'm wishing you the best of luck with your training!

Abby Johnson said...

I have been wanting to train for a half marathon and lead up to a marathon. I just need to get the motivation and a running partner to do it! I love reading your posts about running!

Torrie Meidell said...

Lucky you for always having been a runner! I grew up with asthma and had always convinced myself I couldn't run for a long time, but last year, I trained for and completed the Salt Lake Marathon (the first race I'd ever entered--I know, I'm crazy!). Now I'm working my way back and considering training for a half :) I'll have to check out the half training schedule you were talking about.

Annelise Rowe said...

Thank you so much, Abby! If you do decide to train for a half, Hal Higdon's site has the BEST training programs! I've used both his novice programs before :) so good!

Annelise Rowe said...

Wait wait wait... you had NEVER run a race and just went out and did a marathon? Girl, you're AMAZINGGGGGG! I look up to you so much! Way to take the bull by the horns, huh? I'd definitely recommend Hal's half schedule. I really enjoyed the novice program!

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