So, written out here is the plan I came up with (and I tweaked a little after I made this video):
MONDAY: Les Mills RPM, Hip Opening Yoga
TUESDAY: RUN! This is actually going to be my long run day, since I’ve been thinking about it and I’d rather do it when I can leave M.T. with a baby sitter than eat into a weekend day when we could be having some family time.
WEDNESDAY: Rest. Maybe some yoga.
THURSDAY: Stroller run – intervals or tempo
FRIDAY: Les Mills RPM, yoga
SATURDAY: Hill run
SUNDAY: Yoga
Since this is my first full marathon, my focus isn’t on time but rather just finishing and really, experiencing it. All 26.2 miles of it. I figure, once I have my first marathon under my belt, then next time around I can start thinking about time goals.
So, my running friends, what do you think? And what was your first marathon’s training plan like?
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Awe, what a cute vlog (both you and MT). Great idea about only focusing on finishing. I did that for my first 4 marathons, lol. Then I decided I should focus on time and now I am regretting it (too much pressure!). But, most important, make sure you keep your foot strong! Yoga is amazing and I love your commentary on penis man. My yoga teacher friend says she does not like him because he is deterring too many people from trying it with those shorts!
Wish I liked running better…but alas, I don’t
Great job getting a plan together though, I’m sure that will be the key to your success – plus being super smart about it by building in that recovery time. Good luck with the foot!
I like your plan, very diverse. It is common to think that you have to run, run, run to train for distance running. But actually combining cardio, intervals and strength training is an excellent way to train!