In a lot of ways, training is going great. In the last 7 days I’ve knocked out a 70 minute MP effort (at or below 6:30s) and an 8 mile tempo w/ short rest periods in 6:19 – on a hot day with winds at 17 mph! It was during an 20 mile run before…
The last few weeks of training haven’t been great. Let’s back up to the Hot Dash 10 miler on Saturday, March 24th. I started out strong in a pace I thought would be sustainable for a 10 mile (6:15-6:20). I held on for about 3 miles and then continued to slooooowwww. My legs just couldn’t…
I am pleased to introduce the first TNC Endurance Coaching Scholarship recipient: Austin Bauer, a 25 year old Northfield, Minnesota resident looking to debut in the marathon after a successful collegiate XC and track career. Let’s get to know him, shall we? How did you get started running? I started running in 6th grade because I…
I’m really happy with how my Grandma’s Marathon training has been going! Week 15 (to go): Mileage: 90 on 7 days, 5 doubles. Workout – just one big workout as I’m getting used to higher mileage: 16 miles with 25 mins, 20 mins, 15 mins, 10 mins at “hard” (Jerry’s suggested pace. HA, thanks, Jerry!!)….
My mileage has been high lately which has meant a lot of podcast listening time! I thought I’d share some interesting points I heard. Some I already knew, some were new, but I thought all were worth repeating here. Especially the 3 for 1 rule! Just a little time to kill on the roads last…
February training has had its ups and downs, that’s for sure. Downs: St. Olaf Indoor 5k in 19:50, 3rd (last) place: In hindsight, this was the best thing to happen to me. During the race, and immediately after, I was ashamed and embarrassed. Why? After about 1/2 way through the 5k, I started to struggle…