Category Archives: Marathon Training

The perfect time to train for a marathon

by howmyworldruns Posted on March 21, 2015

When is the right time or the perfect time to train for a full marathon?

Christina at Crazy Mama Runner asked that question last week in our Sweat Pink Ambassador group. She got varying responses but almost everyone agreed, there’s never … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: it’s taper week!

by howmyworldruns Posted on January 19, 2015

It’s finally here, less than a week to go. And guess what? I woke up congested and not able to take in deep breaths. I’m going to the doctor this afternoon.

I got a new book and running journal. I’m excited … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on January 12, 2015

It’s just under 2 weeks until Rock N’ Roll New Orleans full marathon! A lot has happened in the last few weeks after Dallas. I finished Dallas not wanting to run New Orleans. I know that’s crazy to decide at … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on December 22, 2014

Well, it’s 8 days post-marathon #2. I’m feeling good except when I try to make my legs run. It feels like I’m wearing ankle weights. I managed to get 17 miles in last week but worked hard for every mile. … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on December 8, 2014

SIX MORE DAYS!! And there’s no ice in the forecast, so I’m getting excited!

Sunday: Gym day, elliptical, abs, upper body weights, sauna
Monday: Rest day
Tuesday: 5 miles
Wednesday: Gym day, legs, abs, sauna and elliptical
Thursday: 5 miles, all hills, uphill both ways. … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update + Nuun review

by howmyworldruns Posted on December 1, 2014

The Dallas Marathon is in 2 weeks! It’s taper time! I cannot believe it is already here. It’s been a rough training season, but I think I am finally ready.

Training last week:
Monday: Light gym workout, stretching, abs, 10 minutes on … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on November 24, 2014

I know you all haven’t heard much from me lately. My family has had some heartache these last 2 months and I just haven’t been blogging. I have been running, with the exception of one week off. I’m still training … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update + a PR

by howmyworldruns Posted on November 3, 2014

So, I decided to run a half marathon yesterday. I’ve never waited until the last minute to sign up for a race. I am a planner. But since I no showed Michelob, I really wanted a half this fall that … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on October 27, 2014

This last week wasn’t quite what I had hoped it would be. Life has been crazy, my family is going through a rough October. I was supposed to run a half marathon Saturday but opted not to. I was emotionally … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: training update

by howmyworldruns Posted on October 20, 2014

8 weeks and counting! I’m starting to feel a little more confident about my next full, but still doubting my sanity at about mile 17 of 20. My friend and I decided sane people don’t run 20 miles. Sane people … Continue reading →

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