Hey everyone!
Here we are Monday again. After last week, this has got to be a better week. I can’t go into details about what’s going on, but I pulled on my “positive attitude” pants this morning so it’s all good, right?!
I had a great week in running. Everything just clicked right. Check out my short vlog for all the details.
Synopsis of the week for those who like to see the numbers:
Sunday: 5 mile Easy Run + Cathe Tabatacise DVD
Monday: 50 minute Bike Trainer + total body strength
Tuesday: 6 mile Tempo, 4 miles @ 8:05 + yoga
Wednesday: Yoga
Thursday: 4 mile Easy Run + yoga
Friday: 50 minute Bike Trainer
Saturday: 16 miles Long Run
Question for the veteran marathon runners – How many 20 milers are usually in a typical 16 week marathon training plan? I’ve got 2 plans that I’m meshing together. One says 3 and the other 4. Thoughts?
I’m sorry that things are going rough but you definitely rocked the running this week!! I’m not a marathon vet but from what I have seen most plans have 2-3.
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Sorry you are having a rough spot–I hope the positive training helps with the mental side of it.
So on the 20s–I have done as many as 5, but this time through only did 3 and focused on the quality instead. I think I feel fresher for this…so I’d say either 3 or 4 is fine. Go with what will make you feel more confident b/c after 3, that’s really what it’s about.
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My training has helped a lot actually. I’ve been able to brain storm and sort through the issue a little as I run. Thanks for you advice! I’m definitely doing 3 20s and will play it by ear for the 4th.
Oh, so sorry to hear about the rough week… yes, fingers crossed that this one is much better! I agree with Amanda- either 3 or 4 is fine, if you have enough time to build up and have cut back weeks in between (ie not 2 20s in a row, ideally). Excited for you!! Your training looks great!
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Thanks for the well wishes and input! I’m going to play it by how I feel for #4 20 miler. One of the plans did have 2 20 milers on back to back weekends. Definitely don’t think that would work for me.
I think 3 or 4 20-milers is plenty! Hope this is a better week for you : )
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DAMN Im in awe of you runnerpeople.
I still drive 20 miles
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I think I’d rather drive 20 miles on most occasions too.
I shutter when you say 20 miler….newb
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I’m kind of freaked by it too. Ready or not, it’s coming!
Sorry to hear about the rough week! Hoping this week rocks for ya! Keep on being positive
Love the vlog!
and…your sweater!
Thanks, Kierston! My shirt gets more compliments than any other…lululemon…and it’s one of my favorites!
I hope this is a much better week!! For what it’s worth, I’m sending you all the positive vibes I can!!! Glad that your training is going well!
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Thanks Kim! I appreciate all the positive vibes I can get.
I’m sorry that you had a rough week. It was kind of crazy over here too. Hopefully this week will be better for both of us, yes? Great job on your runs!! I’m really excited for you too.
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Hope your week is looking up!
I am not sure if I am considered a veteran with 9 or 10 under my belt, but, my advice would be that 3 is sufficient. However, I also try to do one 22-24 miler as one of those 3. I like to go beyond 20 miles, because those last 6 are really what can make or break you!
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9 or 10 marathons? YES! You are a veteran.
Thanks for your input!
I can’t believe you did the tabatacise after a run LOL. Hope this week is a better one for you!
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I actually did the tabatcise in the a.m. and ran in the late afternoon. Not the best idea since the dvd is essentially like another session of running with all the jumping. I modified most of the jumps, though. Paranoid about my knee…
I’m not sure how many I do based on weeks, but minimum would be 2 (20, 22/24) — in a perfect situation with enough time to taper and recover, I aim for 3 (20, 22, 24). But that one really depends on leaving myself 2 weeks of taper.
Glad to hear the week went well. I don’t have my headphones, so I couldnt listen to video, but it’s playing right now and I’m thinking that any minute you are going to turn around and play with those toys. Nice top BTW.
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Thanks for the input! I used all the restraint I could muster to not do exactly that.
Hopefully after your tough week you were able to have a glass of wine and wipe it away! Looks like you took your aggressions out on your running plan. NICE JOB!
I’m not a vet marathoner but as a half marathoner, I feel comfortable with 2 runs that are close to half marathon length. But I’d take advice from Pavement Runner and MissZippy first.
Have a better week! Sending good vibes from STL!!
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Thanks, Katie!
I think your number of 20 miles can depend on a couple things. Your level, first of all. If someone is doing their first marathon, one 20 may be enough.
When I was training seriously to really race a marathon, I would usually run the distance (or at least 24-25 miles), once. I found it really helped with my exercise induced asthma. I’d also run 21 or 22 once or twice, and 20 a couple times.
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Thanks for your input, Debbie!
Hi Angela! I hope things are looking up this week. It sounds like you got in some good training for the marathon. I am in deep with my training and it has definitely had some highs and lows. (p.s I love your striped top in your vlog)
Also, just wanted to tell you I love seeing all of your gorgeous yoga pics. I wish I were that flexible!
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20 miles!? here i am trying to get amped for 10…you rock in my book :-p
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