Wow I couldn't believe it when I read that our 1/2 marathon is in 11 weeks! For some reason that sounds much sooner than October 9th. I am really looking forward to seeing old friends again and meeting new friends who love to run as much as I do. I have started off my training by biking 56 miles yesterday morning as I find cross training is the best way for me to train for a run. I will run 5 miles tomorrow and 7 miles on Saturday. I love the 9,1 which is run 9 minutes and walk 1 minute and have found it a very useful tool. Does anyone else use this tool or have any other helpful training tips? One more thing - I read in Runner's World that eating a Popsicle or ice before running in the heat really helps - I haven't tried it yet but it sounded like a great idea.
Happy Training!
yes, I swear by the 9/1 method when my runs hit 7+ miles. I am definitely faster overall when I take that minute to walk. Try it if you haven't!
ReplyDeleteHi Jacqulin!! I'm psyched you are running this race. Love picking brains of awesome veteran athletes! I will try the 9/1 technique for sure, I did try the popsicle, but modified it a little by having a hot fudge sundea instead- not a good run!! Just Kidding!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome aboard!
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