Week Two - Accomplished

I think it's good for me that this program starts slowly.  I'm gradually getting used to getting up very early in order to do some of the runs on the treadmill.  It was great to run outside the last few runs.  I have to confess though - today was a gorgeous day and I accidentally ran an extra mile. 

Monday (tomorrow) is an "off" day and I need it.  I'm still having some issues with my leg - the same thing I always have issues with.  I'm going to do some stretching and some more of that painful, yet effective, foam rolling.  It helped after today's run.

Now it's time for me to step up in the nutrition department.  Most of our major life events, like graduation and weddings, are over, so it should be easier to stick to a nutrition regime. 

If anyone reads this blog - thank you.  It's probably boring to most, but it keeps me honest with my training and I hope it keeps me on track.

No Excuses!

Week One - it has begun

This training plan starts very slowly. Week one was accomplished with no issues. I started week two on the treadmill. I need to run early in the morning before work, and I don't feel comfortable running outside in the dark. And, I just discovered the mobile app for the blog, so I hope to post more often. Maybe I'll even take a pictures or two during my outdoor runs :)

Gotta run

Marathon Training in 3, 2, 1

I'm going to TRY to resurrect this blog.  I am training for my 9th marathon - the 20th Air Force Marathon in September.

This will be short entry.  I started my training today.  I am using Hansons Marathon Method, and I chose the beginners program.  Even though I have run several marathons, I want to try to actually stick with a training program and see how well I can do.  Thus, I decided to try one that I am more likely to follow and not encounter any injuries.

Today was a 3 mile easy run (the first few weeks are all easy runs).  I was amazed at  how an easy run today was at the same pace as a hard run was for me a few years ago.  I guess I am proof decline isn't a given for older runners, especially when they started late in life.

Gotta Run!