kr1814

posted: 8/9/2008 at 4:08 PM

Hello all, I have pretty much just re-started running after a year hiatus or so. I still worked out consistently on the elliptical and walking, but its just not the same as running. Anyways, here is my question: Do you think it is truly feasible to run a HM by October 19th for a semi-beginner runner? I just started logging my runs and have been running about 3 miles per day and am following Hal Higdon's novice HM program. I actually ran a few extra miles this week. The first week is 12 but by tomorrow I will have 21. I guess I am just nervous to sign up. Last year I worked myself up to 8 miles without walking but it was very very hard. What do you all think?

runnerclay

Consistently Slow

posted: 8/9/2008 at 4:18 PM
modified: 8/9/2008 at 4:21 PM

Quote from kr1814 on 8/9/2008 at 4:08 PM:

very very hard. What do you all think?

Let it be your long run and not race. Build to 10 miles by adding 1 mile per week to your long run. If ,you need to walk thats Ok. Smile

Run slow to make the distance.

Run until the trail runs out.

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Phidippides

posted: 8/9/2008 at 4:30 PM
modified: 8/9/2008 at 4:31 PM

Ditto RunnerClay.........if you reallly really want to do it - his advice is sound... Ill be honest, I wouldnt try it Sad

.....I'd back off and get more miles under my belt and find another HM in about 4 months or so.. Along with running an HM, you also want it to be fun.....I dont think you have time to make it fun... Big grin

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kr1814

posted: 8/9/2008 at 4:33 PM

I think you guys are right....I think maybe I am just overzealous right now. I dont want to dread it. Maybe I will just stick to some local 5ks and build up my base. Thanks !!

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