tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3022884412047022611.post1063895399013243776..comments2023-12-07T05:30:01.889-05:00Comments on From the Couch to a Full Marathon: Goal (Est. July 2011)Evil Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10762743613331530830noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3022884412047022611.post-28897558145589973932011-08-05T10:58:10.297-04:002011-08-05T10:58:10.297-04:00@Runnerbill - Thank you for your support as always...@Runnerbill - Thank you for your support as always and for your detailed comments. It gives me a lot to consider when choosing my training programs - I have my work cut out for me for the next year or so. <br /><br />And I know where you are coming from in regard to weight - I will not be able to achieve sub-2:00 without losing a significant amount of weight. The "subliminal" goal associated with running a sub-2:00 involves losing weight. I prefer focusing on weight loss as a means to an end (goal HM) rather than as the end itself.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing your goals, too - they are terrific and it's amazing how far you have come with your running. I can't even imagine running as fast you can now or plan to in the future.<br /><br />Regarding the number of races I run - I couldn't disagree with you more. I am not going to give up something that has given me so much pleasure, joy and fun for the last two summers. To each their own.<br /><br />Cheers!Evil Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10762743613331530830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3022884412047022611.post-48114763484178580512011-08-05T10:36:33.751-04:002011-08-05T10:36:33.751-04:00@Courtney - So says the very speedy runner who ran...@Courtney - So says the very speedy runner who ran 2:04 back in March. :) I'd say you are pretty darn close to sub-2:00, especially given your speed workouts lately. I also think it works both ways - endurance for longer distances improves your speed for shorter distances, and working on speed improves your endurance for longer races. I know it's possible to train for a marathon and that this training would help me to get to a sub-2:00. It's just a personal decision to say, hey, this is what I want to accomplish first and the attainment of this goal will give me the confidence boost I need for progressing to a marathon. It's all about the journey! :) Thanks for the support!Evil Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10762743613331530830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3022884412047022611.post-57566945095447383112011-08-02T22:33:04.766-04:002011-08-02T22:33:04.766-04:00I'm impressed!! I have run 2 marathons and I s...I'm impressed!! I have run 2 marathons and I still am not close to a sub-2:00 half marathon. For me, the endurance is easier than the speed.Courtney @ I CAN DO THIShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00496026559077644650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3022884412047022611.post-48018502956499281312011-08-02T15:57:43.542-04:002011-08-02T15:57:43.542-04:00An excellent goal and one that is achievable. You...An excellent goal and one that is achievable. You are on the road to getting there. Smart way to recognize that you are ready for the next level.<br /><br />Concentrate your workouts on quality first. By that I mean, Intervals, Hills and LSD's. You can do fartlek and striders as intervals at times but true intervals will really help.<br /><br />I am at a point where I can go as fast as some of the other runners that I run with but what drags me down now is still too much weight. I am actively working on that but am more cautious now as I need to fuel the body for the Half training. <br /><br />After the Half Mary I will not be racing until I get to the point where I can run consistently in the 4's, this will be achieved but not until I drop 20 - 30 or pounds.<br /><br />You are doing many races and this may have to be cut back to really concentrate on speed work. I would for next year, if i were you, Pick 3 races to test how your speed is doing. It should pick up quick and then look at one more Half before moving on.<br /><br />Keep up the excellent work, your hard work is paying off in dividends.Runnerbillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09476176488293338945noreply@blogger.com