Race Plan for 2008
Posted on Jan 10, 2008 under Half Marathon, My Running | 5 CommentsLast night I bit the bullet and registered for my first 2008 race. My plan has been to run a spring 1/2 marathon before my fall marathon debut. There was a lot to consider:
- Time to rest/recover before starting marathon training
- Potential weather
- Course – flat vs hilly
- Longevity of race – I found an inaugural race, but they make me a little nervous
- Proximity to home – I don’t want to spend lots of money and travel around the country for races if I can help it.
- Cost – This was $25 which is pretty cheap for a half marathon
So with all of the those factors combined I chose the Earth Day Half Marathon to be held on April 19, 2008 or Earth Day. I’ll begin my 12 week training program on January 27, 2008. Until then I will be increasing my mileage and doing base-building.
2nd – PR – sub- 1:34
January 10th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
I’m surprised the Earth Day Half M is a road race and not a trail race!!
You’ll be ready for spring by then.
Wow…a 1:30 target is cool…go get it!!
January 10th, 2008 at 4:43 pm
joe »
It is a little funny that the race isn’t on a trail. I’ve not explored a lot yet but most of the trails in the city are paved (and plowed)!
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