Today is the day! I started training for the Dallas Marathon. I have a sixteen-week training program set up to build endurance, strength and prepare myself to run 26.2 miles (if there is such a thing). I have been strengthening and working out normally over the last few months so I wouldn’t be completely out of shape when this day came, but still I’m nervous! I looked up many different training programs, and couldn’t seem to find any that I felt super comfortable with, so I modified a couple that seemed to work with my schedule and preferences, and ended up with this:
3 days: Run, two medium/short runs incorporating different speed trials, and one long run a week
2 days: Cross Train, most likely on the stationary bike, but who knows I’ll probably mix it up
2 days: Rest/Stretch/Walk
I have a few shorter races before the big day in December to get myself in the competitive spirit incorporated into my plan. Most of the races are in the RunDallas Race Series. I chose to complete the series because it’s another challenge (as if the full marathon wasn’t enough on it’s own). It’s also a little extra motivation and it shortens the time to the final race with smaller goals to work towards first. The first race in the series was the FC Dallas Footy 5k in July which I completed in under 30 minutes (see exhaustion mixed with relief when the race was completed, below). This upcoming race is also a 5k and I hope to beat my time from the first race.
Why am I telling you this? I want you to hold me accountable! I can’t pretend like I never signed up if everyone in cyberspace knows I did. So help me out, cheer me on, and most of all, wish me luck!
Good luck on training. It always starts with that first workout and a plan. Keep it up.
Thanks for the support Kevin! So far so good =)
Best of luck! Will be following. I’m almost at marathon day! 😁😁😁 will be following your progress! Check out my blog if you could! X
Good luck with your marathon! Your blog is great motivation!
Best wishes! I’m training for the BMO Marathon next May. Very exciting.
Way to think ahead, Jerod! I’ve been planning this since this time last year… I can’t wait to cross this one off of my bucket list!