March 22, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, This Saturday’s 12 mile run is another big step back in mileage before our 21 mile run on March 23rd. This reduced mileage will allow you to recover from months of rigorous training. Minor aches and … Continue reading
March 15, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, This Saturday’s 12 mile run is another big step back in mileage before our 21 mile run on March 23rd. This reduced mileage will allow you to recover from months of rigorous training. Minor aches and pains are … Continue reading
March 7, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, This weekend’s run will be 19 miles and is the next to last long run of the training season. We just have the 21 miler scheduled for March 23rd before we begin the 3 week tapering phase prior … Continue reading
February 22, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Runners, With only 3 long runs remaining, it is critical to have a nutrition plan for both the week leading up to the marathon as well as the marathon itself. If you have not already done so, you should plan … Continue reading
February 15, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, Greg and I are looking forward to seeing you at Saturday’s training. Greg has mapped out the best possible 17 mile route considering the volume of snow still remaining on the route: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/173222838 Many of you are concerned … Continue reading
February 1, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, We have certainly had a wide range of weather this past week. Being prepared for the unexpected is an integral part of training for a marathon. Being flexible and having a positive attitude when things don’t go as … Continue reading
January 25, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, The current arctic temperatures certainly add a level of challenge to our current training. Extreme wind chill can be very dangerous, particularly near the end of your run when your resources are depleted. Be sure that you dress … Continue reading
January 18, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, Now that we’ve had several runs in double digits you may feel you’re never fully rested. The cumulative fatigue you’re feeling will likely be your constant companion until we begin the tapering phase of training just 3 weeks … Continue reading
January 11, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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Hello Everyone, Now is the stage in training where you should conduct an honest assessment of your performance in training and fundraising. Compare your weekly mileage to the Marathon Coalition schedule to determine if adjustments are necessary. While this schedule … Continue reading
January 4, 2013
by Chasing Unicorns
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MANAGING ABUNDANCE I caution runners not to waste energy during their runs, particularly in the beginning. I’ve stood at the starting line of the Boston Marathon and witnessed countless qualified marathoners whooping and hollering in the starting corral. I’ve made … Continue reading