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Short 4 miles with goal to keep heart rate 140-150. Successful but slow pace 9:10 min mile. Going to experiment with slow pace, lower heart rate, aerobic running. Might try Galloways walk run method to see if I can lengthen runs without exhaustion.
Half-marathon practice run this morning, and had a friend/competitor to pace with.
Managed a time of 2hrs 2minutes (my friend clocked 1hr 59). Quite pleased with that - 6 minutes better than a practice run a couple of weeks ago, but I still need to get my tactics fine tuned for the semi-pro race on the 18th March.
You'll have to find a new challenge after 18 March.....how's your nutrition before races? Small meal? Do you take gel during the run? Water?
You'll have to find a new challenge after 18 March.....how's your nutrition before races? Small meal? Do you take gel during the run? Water?
I've got three full marathons lined up for this year, along with 3 charity half-marathons in March (18th), September and November (similar to last year really).
As for nutrition - well because I knew I would be having a practice half-marathon this morning, I just concentrated on eating plenty of carbs and proteins last night, and again this morning (i.e. eggs, cereals, wholemeal bread, ham and chicken etc. With plenty of bananas post-run)
As for drinks - for short runs like half-marathons or less, I just stick with still mineral water. For 20 mile+ runs I go for an energy drink. I don't like chews or eating anything at all during a run as I can sometimes lose concentration, or worse end up choking!)
I've got three full marathons lined up for this year, along with 3 charity half-marathons in March (18th), September and November (similar to last year really).
As for nutrition - well because I knew I would be having a practice half-marathon this morning, I just concentrated on eating plenty of carbs and proteins last night, and again this morning (i.e. eggs, cereals, wholemeal bread, ham and chicken etc. With plenty of bananas post-run)
As for drinks - for short runs like half-marathons or less, I just stick with still mineral water. For 20 mile+ runs I go for an energy drink. I don't like chews or eating anything at all during a run as I can sometimes lose concentration, or worse end up choking!)
found nutrition and hydration were important to get a grasp on before my longer runs - sounds like you have some good ideas, thanks
50 minute run on the treadmill...I was surprised I made it so long, I find the treadmill boring.
lol all cardio machines are boring. cardio is boring to me period. lifting is my passion. cardio is purely for burning purposes and giving my heart some love
20 mins elliptical, 5 mins slow jog tread mill, 10 mins bike, 4 sets abs and 2 sets tri
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