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Here I am, plugging away at training for the April 6, Milwaukee Marathon and building up those miles. There have been some bumps in the road so far (no pun intended), but nothing too crazy. Just scheduling issues that have caused some runs to be shorter than intended. I also have been having trouble skimming back my lifting at the gym and giving that time to running, although it would be treadmill running and let’s be honest, that sucks. So here is what I’ve been up to the last four weeks. Dates will be included. Also, if interested (and you should be), join me in the full marathon or the half marathon or even the 5K and use code “RUN15” to save 15% off of your entry!
WEEK 1: DECEMBER 17 – DECEMBER 23
MONDAY: Biceps and triceps workout for 42 minutes; 23 minute treadmill run for 2.54 miles
TUESDAY: Yoga Class; 30 minute treadmill run for 3.53 miles
WEDNESDAY: Shoulder/traps workout for 43 minutes; 22 minutes on the elliptical
THURSDAY: 56 minute back workout; no cardio
FRIDAY: Long Run Day: 1 hour 50 minutes for 12.49 miles, outdoors
SATURDAY: 30 minute chest workout; no cardio
SUNDAY: Rest Day
TOTAL MILES: 18.57
WEEK 2: DECEMBER 24 – DECEMBER 30
MONDAY: 31 minute treadmill run for 3.54 miles
TUESDAY: Christmas Day equals Rest Day
WEDNESDAY: 48 minute treadmill run for 6 miles
THURSDAY: Biceps/Triceps workout plus 30 minutes on the bike (forgot orthotics)
FRIDAY: 16 minute abs workout; 20 minutes on treadmill for 2.33 miles
SATURDAY: Time constricted long run: 91 minutes for 10.13 miles
SUNDAY: Rest Day
TOTAL MILES: 22.02
WEEK 3: DECEMBER 31 – JANUARY 6
MONDAY: 52 minute leg workout; 10 minutes on the gym bike
TUESDAY: 33 minutes on the treadmill for 4 miles
WEDNESDAY: 35 minute chest workout; 13 minute treadmill run for 1.71 miles
THURSDAY: 40 minute back workout; 16 minutes bike
FRIDAY: 35 minute shoulder/trap workout: 20 minute treadmill run for 2.33 miles
SATURDAY: Long Run Day: 138 minute outdoor run for 14.60 miles
SUNDAY: Rest Day
TOTAL MILES: 22.66
WEEK 4: JANUARY 7 – JANUARY 13
MONDAY: 47 minute biceps/triceps workout and 17 minutes on the treadmill for 2.05 miles
TUESDAY: Yoga plus 33 minutes on treadmill for 3.92 miles
WEDNESDAY: 35 minute back workout; 20 minutes on the elliptical
THURSDAY: 45 minute chest workout; had to fly out of town that afternoon
FRIDAY: 90 minute outdoor run for 10.13 miles
SATURDAY: Rest Day
SUNDAY: 84 minute run for 9.62 miles
TOTAL MILES: 25.72
So this represents my first four weeks of training for the Milwaukee Marathon that is scheduled for April 6. I know I need to increase the mileage and decrease the time spent lifting weights. Always hard for me mentally to commit to that routine but if I want positive results in the marathon, I need to step it up with my training. And remember: code “RUN15” gets you 15% off your race entry!
What do you do for your first few weeks of marathon training? And how much strength training do you do, if at all?
Please feel free to comment; I would love to hear your thoughts/opinions!
Happy Running!
thelaterunner 