training for the shamrock marathon

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2007
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Jul 03, 2007

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Running Accomplishments:

4:08 OBX marathon; 4:25 Richmond Marathon, 1:56 Shamrock half-marathon, 4:40 Buffalo marathon

Short-Term Running Goals:

run under 4 hours for the Shamrock Marathon in Virginia Beach

Long-Term Running Goals:

to qualify for the Boston marathon, run in NYC marathon

Personal:

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Mon, Jul 23, 2007
Total Distance
6.00

I practised interval training today with 1/2 mile intervals, with an average of a 3:45 pace. It was hot outside, but there was a breeze. I had cramps around the 7th mile. At one point, I ran a 3:05 1/2 mile. I haven't had time to run as much as I would like.

I am planning on running again tonight if possible.

 

Comments
From Sasha Pachev on Mon, Jul 23, 2007 at 14:31:52

Focus on mileage rather than speed right now. You should not try to make up with intensity what you lack in mileage - it might work for a 5 K somewhat, but will not save a marathon. Just try to get organized and put in the miles. Sometimes it takes creativity - e.g get up a little earlier, park a mile away from your destination when doing errands, and run there and back, see if some not so necessary or productive daily activities could be simplified or eliminated, etc.

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