Preparing for a marathon, etc.

statdeac · #1 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 12:35 PM

I have recently heard of a couple of people (friends of friends) who have sucessfully trained for marathons. I have never attempted anything like this before, but I hear that there are actually training schedules that even people who "don't run" can follow to become prepared.

Now, I honestly can't see myself running the ENTIRE distance, but walking a marathon (at least at first) is conceivable. Does anyone know where I could find information on training schedules for something like this.

Thanks!

Gina · #2 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 01:20 PM

http://www.nyrrc.org/nyrrc/marathon/...schedules.html[/url]

here is a schedule for a first time marathoner!!

hope this helps

TAutry · #3 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 02:11 PM

Anyone who wants to run a marathon has my endorsement, better them than me!

Travis

Gina · #4 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 02:13 PM

i have actually been jogging around my neighborhood and i am getting hooked on it so maybe i can practice for a marathon hmmm sounds like a plan...

statdeac · #5 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 02:25 PM

Gina,

Thanks for the info!! I am curious about the numbers under the line "eighteen weeks to go." Does that 6 for Thursday of the first week mean 6 miles...in one day!!

Maybe there is a warmup schedule to the training schedule!!!?

Just wondering.

Gina · #6 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 02:35 PM

yes 6 miles in one day!!!i guess one you can do the three miles those two days that the 6 mile will be a breeze

Jon · #7 (**permalink**) 03-24-2003, 10:04 PM

I used to run cross country in high school, and I run on a treadmill now, but I don't know about a marathon.

Gina · #8 (**permalink**) 03-25-2003, 07:46 AM

marathon running seems very difficult you have to be able to breath the correct way and training can be very strenuous...one of my friends used to run the NYC marathon every year and he was on a strict schedule no drinking alcohol or alot of carbs it was crazy he weighed like nothing

MattB · #9 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 09:25 AM

I think they key would be to just start running...Using really good shoes, Nike and Addidas from a regular shoe store have yet to fill the bill for me. I haven't tried New Balance, because they don't sem to fit me very well, but either way, plan on going to a running shop and investing in good shoes. Then, start running. Keep a notebook with a some what detailed log/journal, this serves as great motivation and a way to keep track of progress. I usually decide on routes before hand, and then drive them so I know how many miles I am running.

Keep in mind, you will need to increase your carb intake as your time/mileage increases. I usually plan on mostly carbs, low protien before my run, then carbs plus more protien after the run. There are specific ratios for fat: protein:carb intake based on your daily caloric needs, but I can't think of one right now. I usually eat around 4000 calories a day, and out of that I try to eat 80-100 grams of protien, the same in fat, and then the rest I leave to carbs. But I mostly cycle, I would think with running you need more fat, as that is your primary aerobic energy source. Whereas carbs are anaerobic, which you do more of on the bike than in running. Diet is obviously something you'll need to spend time researching.

Also, rest days are extremely important. You don't have to STOP running, but you should run at a slow, slow pace on rest days. Not resting leads to burnout very quickly. Taking a week and cross-training once a month or so serves as a great way to stay motivated.

Let me know how it goes. I'm not a big running fan, but swapping info/running stories always makes stuff more fun.

Matt

Gina · #10 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 10:18 AM

i just started jogging again after many years...and since i also quit smoking i have to learn to breathe again while i run....i have been doing very well running...im actually very excited about it!!

statdeac · #11 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 10:26 AM

Matt,

Wow, 100g of protein would give you only 10% of your total calories from protein. With another 100g of fat, that leaves you with at least 2,700 calories (or 675 grams) from carbs. It's hard for me to fathom having that many carbs and that much fat, but i guess if you're peddling or running your *** off, it all works out!!!

statdeac · #12 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 10:27 AM

Gina,

Starting jogging, quitting running...what's next on your be healthy to do list. YOU GO GIRL!!!!

Gina · #13 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 12:02 PM

Stat,

matt also isnt diabetic so he doesnt have to worrry about the carb intake....

MattB · #14 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 09:59 PM

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Originally posted by Gina
Stat,

matt also isnt diabetic so he doesnt have to worrry about the carb intake....

Yup. But also the high carb/fat intake helps prevent bonking(energy store depletion, not XXX

) Protein for me serves mostly as a muscle rebuilder...Recovery food. I know some guys who eat alot of protein rather than carbs/fat, but they have to eat more on rides than I do. Also, different phases of training can effect intake ratio. Obviously, you can't maintain peak fitness all year, so you usually base your training year on three periods: base, strength, and then peak. What you eat and how much of it can change with these periods...When I was in the strength phase, I was eating 200+ grams of protein trying to get pumped up..In the base phase, it was alot of fat because I rarely went anerobic. Right now I am working on peaking for upcoming races/rides/runs so I am doing alot of anerobic training, which requires carbs..

This is probably really mind numbing info you really didn't want.....Sorry

Gina · #15 (**permalink**) 03-27-2003, 07:57 AM

babble babble .olol just joking...i like hearing your posts they are informative if anything lol