My mum, who is 84, suddenly decided at the age of 60 to take up running. For the next 10 years she ran the Bristol half marathon and until she was 75 did the Bristol 10k as well. She embarrassed me into getting fit again after years of lethargy. In few weeks at the age of 60 I'll be running in the Goodwood half marathon, my 14th at the distance. Mum's recovering from a replacement knee last year and hopes to be as active as usual soon. Thanks mum.
Did my first half this august (only started any running at all in April). Set off too fast. Blew up at 14k. Did my second half this October. Started slower. Accelerated from 14k. Ran my 5k pb in the last 5k of the half 😳. Have become addicted to running. It’s honestly been life changing.
@@GTE_Channel I don't know about that. My aim was pretty low, but I am still happy with the time. At the 17th km I started feeling my legs getting heavy. Up until then was game on.
I ran a half marathon by myself last night for the first time in my life in 2:15:00. Most of it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought, but once I hit the 9 mile mark, the pain set is fast and increased exponentially with every step, especially in the knees. By the end I was limping along at about a 12 minute mile time and had a tough time getting into my car. 16 hours later now, and I am crazy sore and climbing stairs is currently difficult. My body definitely wasn't ready for that since my average is only 3.5 to 4 miles 2 to 3 times a week, but I'm glad I did it! For those of you like me who don't have a lot of training time, if you're wanting to run a half marathon - it won't be easy, but you can make It!
I am training for my fist half marathon in Feb 2023. At the age of 56 I decided to start running. My ultimate goal is to run the Ultra 65km Sky-Run trail in November 2023 and a 100 in 2024. Thank you for a great channel.
Running a half in Frisco TX this April. Current pace 9:35 a mile. Plan A: Sub 1:45 (cur PB is 2:05) 🔥 Plan B: eight sub 9 min miles 💪🏻 Plan C: Finish with a smile 😊
@nealmansius5004 I know this is an old comment, but I have my first half marathon coming up and I'm right where you are as of this comment! Current pace is around 9:30, would love to finish in under 2 hours but have no idea if I can. How did your race go??
Very first half marathon coming up in a week, 4 days after my 60th birthday! My last long training run was a 15km difficult trail run, about 10 days ago, and I felt relatively fresh at the end (pretty sore the next day, though), and did a PB 5km ParkRun 2 days ago…now for a couple of really easy short runs and lots of pasta meals 😁 I’m excited AND freaking out, at the same time 😳.
@@runningchannel …finished this morning (Australian time)…pace plan for a sub-2:30 finish, and did 2:29:41 ! Pretty happy with that. No injuries, aerobically comfortable, but still can’t control my legs 😳
JUST DID MY FIRST HALF MARATHON. - ZERO WATER - ZERO GELS - ZERO STOPS - ZERO VEST - ZERO NUTRITION - ZERO TRAINING - AT 3AM - FASTED I’M A BOXER/WRESTLER PACE 9’17 TIME: 2 HOURS
I’m doing my first half in May 2023. I’m very excited. Honestly my only goal is to finish, since I’m new to running. I turned 40 in September and decided I need to try something new and I picked running.
Running my first half in Dallas TX (BMW) mid December, got my kit and my gummies of choice ready to go. Weather is my big changing factor, its been 80 degrees F and just now starting to drop for winter. The Running Channel has been my biggest prep tool, thanks for all the knowledge y'all share.
Agree about the vibes. From the other runners, from the crowds. I always run faster on the day than in training. In training I rarely run more than 8 miles but never seem to notice the extra 5 on the day. Anyone planning or thinking of doing their first - go for it! And look around during that last mile. See the crowds, see the other runners, see the scenery, make some memories.
Great tips, thanks you! I am running my first Half (in Cardiff) on Sunday, and the nerves have kicked in now. I was all set for a sub 2 hr race and then injured my Achilles, which has set me back. So am putting my plan aside and am just going to do what I can to enjoy it and celebrate the achievement, whatever that may look like on the day. I love watching Running Channel videos and getting advice from you all, and they definitely give me reassurance at times like this. Thanks Team, keep up the brilliant work! ❤
Jelly Babies all the way. Whoever invented those is a genius. I ran my first official half marathon at the Big Half in September. What an amazing event! Loved every minute of it!
Did my first half marathon within a marathon training in the ankle-sagging route of Abingdon to Oxford - made it just above three hours! In the marathon, I ran my fastest half but still finished the full one well with an intolerant stomach with probably too many gels. Fab video as always!
I ran my first half-marathon one month ago. I have been running since March of this year and one day it just hit me that I should try it. I saw an event near me in October and I just jumped in and it was a wonderful experience. 21.2 km in 2h:7min, average pace 5:59 and I was not exhausted. I am grateful.🥰 I had 3 planned objectives: 1. To finish unde 2h 🤣🙈 2. To finish at the 2h:10min mark 3. To just finish in 3h , the time limit. Succeed between 1 and 2🥰
I'm 5 weeks away from my first Half Marathon. I'm super excited to be in Belfast for Sept 17th. I'm researching about tapering now. Thank you for such nice tips. :) Plan A: 2hours Plan B: 2h 20min Plan C: relax and finish 😊
@@omardgardiner2225 ❤️ I just completed the Belfast half marathon in 1:52:11 and was super happy. I also did the Dublin Half marathon in 1:52:40. I'm really happy with the results, first time races and I couldn't believe it 😊
I ran my first half a few days ago. For various reasons having a time centered goal was not really on the table. But my larger goal is to run a 50k in a few months so my goals evolved into "time on feet," learning about nutrition, learning how to walk and get running again. It was far from a time that I was jazzed about, but in context I was very happy. I got 27 miles on my feet more than half running so it was a total success!
The alternative to carb loading - which is basically stuffing yourself with unhealthy sugars in a desperate attempt not to run into the wall - is to eat a low carb diet and become fat adapted. Once you can tap into your fat stores, you will have enough fuel in the tank to run several marathons without bonking. The only exception to this would be elte runners who need the top end speed that only carbs will give but for the other 98 per cent, fat adaption is ideal - it works beautifully for me .
Wonderful, simple, realistic, video thank you. Shamrock 1/2 in Virginia in March, A goal 2:15. Love the channel, thankyou for all the info and inspiration along the way.
My daughter and I are doing our 2n half marathon - the Route 66 half - in a week and a half. She runs...I walk. The 3 goal rule is great. My C goal is always to finish before cut off time. Next is to beat my previous time (I'm slow. Previous time 4:10). I guess my A goal would be a sub 4 hr since this course has a lot of rolling hills and the last one was fairly flat. Not bad goals for 72 and onky started doing this less than 2 years ago. Love your channel and greatly appreciate all the great tips especially on strength training.
Thanks for the encouragement! I am running my first Half Marathon in ten days at age 66. I think I am ready - some self-doubt - but trust the process! A great time will be 1:55. But anything sub-2:00 would be wonderful. That's what i trained toward!
Success! I ran my Half Marathon. I had a goal of a 2:00 time, or even 1:55. However, the race was on some pretty tough trails with a lot of twists, hills, roots, rocks and leaves. I could rarely keep a regular pace. So, finishing in 2:09 was a real achievement for me! Thanks for your encouragement!
I'm training for my first half marathon. My goal is just finishing the race within COT😀. Anyway, I really wanna see Mo and Suley running ultra on a trail😍😍😍
I'm doing a trail half (Cardiff) this weekend, goals A B and C being to reach the end. I don't usually use gels but I've been trying out Gu coffee gels - about 5 miles from the end. So far, no stomach issues, but also I'm not sure the gel has really kicked in at the right time. So I'm wired after I finish - good for getting jobs done, not so great for recovery. Wish me luck!
Did my first half marathon race 2 years ago and somehow got a 10k PB in the first 10k that still stands today. (I didn't run any 10k races since then). And somehow miraculously I didn't slow down massively in the second half. But my advice is: even if you do something like this once this doesn't mean it'll work again. Stick to your race plan as much as possible.
@@stewartsherwood7769 Yeah, maybe 10k PB isn't that bad if your 10k time isn't that optimized yet. Mine definitely wasn't since I was training for the 1/2. 5k PB might be a bit much although I wasn't that far off my 5k PB pace.
Did my first half in summer, I wasn't aware you needed to fuel for a half, I didn't carb load either, again thought that was only for a marathon, got through it okay. I do run by low heart rate though.
Did my first Half in September in Bristol. Glad to see I used most of these tips well! I said to myself at the start of the year I'd like to do a half in under 2 hours, but decided to set ABC goals of 1:55, 2:00 and finishing. Absolutely buzzing to get round in 1:53. Fuelling is still a challenge for me. I've been using gels but I'm increasingly finding they leave me feeling really unwell for a few hours after I stop running. I like the ease of gels, but not the side effects. So I need to experiment. Might try with Nurhu bars for something completely different and better for the planet. Role on Exeter next year! I signed up for that as soon as Bristol was done! And I'll be entering the Great North ballot too.
Well done. Not advice just my experience. I've run halfs + fulls. I'm pretty good for my age VM65-69. IMHO. Gels are not necessary for a half: sticky, inconvenient and damn expensive. If you feel you'll need something during the event... eat something you enjoy! Choco (not if it is hot.. Ooh, sticky).. you know what you like. Happy running.
Have a half marathon next weekend. Definitely not my first but I've been focusing on shorter races most of the year. Haven't raced one since February. It'll be interesting to see what I've got. It's a downhill one as well which is always challenging. Thanks for the tips. I usually carry a gel with me or if it is going to be warm, I'll bring a flask with Tailwind for fuel.
Such an awesome performance Sarah! And to be able to film at the same time and having jet lag is amazing! I have also cried at the end of a marathon last year and also the Cambridge Half, this year. Something about finishing a race which I thought would be beyond my capability just makes everything boil over once its done and I felt myself welling up as I recalled it watching you at the end. Can't wait to do it again at MK in May! Keep creating Running Channel!
I've run twelve HMs in the last year. All solo runs, not races. Unlike training for a full marathon I just gradually lengthened my long run each week. No special techniques. Fuel? A couple of slices of toast an hour before the run, jelly babies from about 8km on, though I do now have a fancy for Tunnocks Caramel Wafers. Fluids of about 500ml to a litre of dilute orange squash in a backpack depending on the weather. My usual time is about 2h10 on a hilly course. And I always have a big appetite the following day.
Awesome video! I was wondering - can you all so a video on being a heavier/fat runner? Lots of things are more difficult (like foam running, running itself, etc) but for some weight loss isn't really an option (for me it's a required medicine that brought on the weight). I'd love tips from other large runners - we do exist! ☺️
Just signed up for 1st official half marathon at midnight....Omagh half! Previous done Omagh and Edinburgh as virtuals during lockdown. Excited but scared! Roll on March!
I have been running for a while, but I decided I’m going to run a half marathon by myself this weekend 🤗 I’ve run the distance before & hope it will be a fun time this time too 🤪🥰
I'm running Adidas Premiärhalvan which will be my first half marathon on April 20. I've previously only run for the enjoyment of running. But after covid and a series of injuries I set a goal with my personal trailer to be able to run a half marathon within 6 months. That was in december. I'm currently running roughly 15km on my long runs and my only goal is completing the half marathon. So I'm mostly looking forward to race day.🤗
Watched your video last night before running my first half marathon and found the video brilliant and very helpful. I ran it in 1hr 42mins 😊. The tips you given were great. Keep up the good work. Thank you 🏃
I did my first half last month. Still having a fever from flu 36 hours before the run, finished at 1:40. Coughing so badly at the start line that others were moving away from me. My pace slowed by 20s per K from my goal pace. Was aiming for 1:33 before getting sick. There is always next race.
Just did my first half marathon last wekkend (in 1:43h) and my first proper running race in over 10 years and it was absoulutly amazing. I finished 10minutes faster than my A- Goal and 17minutes faster than my B- Goal. I could have probably started a little bit faster, but overtaking lots of people in the last 8km when I was confident enough that I m going to finish (my C- goal) was great as wll.
I got a lottery spot for the Brooklyn Half Marathon. It will be my first half at age 53. I have run lots of 5K's, but I am enjoying the longer distance.
I'm going to be doing the Manchester Half Marathon next year and I'm going to use the Garmin suggested workouts with the race day feature and see how that goes in terms of getting me race ready.
Doing my first half marathon race thus Saturday (at age 56!) ...for training, deffo recommend getting to 20km as the hardest "muscle" to train is the one in our skull! Feel much more confident knowing I can cover the distance...anyone else doing Battersea Half on 7/9/24? Great advise about the slower pacers...better to go slow.. .I've gone off fast on a parkrun (5k) and that almost killed me!
I'm going to run my first half marathon in 3 months. I'm a regular runner, the main thing I am worried about is being too slow. So I am doing speed work a few times a week to help shave off some time in the coming months. And my longest long run is only 6 miles currently. I feel like I can run forever, I just get bored and want to quit out of boredom... I'm having my hubby ride his bike along with me to help with this as my runs get even longer. Wish me luck!
I did my first half-marathon last October in Glasgow and managed to reach my A-goal. Was chuffed! My fuel preferences at the mo is gummy bears, energy drinks and water, but still working on finding the "best" fuel options for me.
@@runningchannel I'm still working on carb loading strategies, not sure if it works for me. My tradition is to eat a McDonald's breakfast (1 B&E, hash brown and pop) a couple of hours before a run. Probably not the best option but it's seemingly works for me. 😄
Running my first HM in 4 weeks. The plan was built around a 2:40 target finish time but based on my 10K/5K PRs, the predictor calculator said I "should" be able to do it in around 2:15. I hope this hasn't hurt the training paces to where I won't be prepared. I guess I should have better worked out my A, B, and C plans as the video suggested, rather than training for C the whole time.
I recently did a half and forgot to get my lemon Sport Beans so took a few big medjool dates and some almonds instead. I guess it worked pretty well? I met my A goal, so yes.
I recently began experimenting with electrolyte capsules during my long runs for marathon training. So far seems to be working for me and haven't had the need for gels or liquid electrolytes. Also, keeps my pack light since I carry less things on me while running.
The gels supply calories for energy, as opposed to electrolytes for hydration. They're both important in endurance. I've found long runs without fuel feel "OK"... but then I take fuel on a long run and feel really GOOD. You might not need fuel during your long runs, but it could really change how they feel. Try a long run with some gel, gummies, etc, and you might be surprised how much fresher it makes you feel! Best wishes on your marathon!
Love the channel, always targeted, concise advice, thank you! Fairly new regular runner, always been very fit, doing some parkruns since summer, focusing on heart rate awareness, longer runs near home and did a 1/2 ma'n distance last week in 2.04 at 130bpm all the way (male 56 btw). Never run a race outside parkrun and even then I've felt the pull of speed out the gate...wondering how my solo 1/2 experience and time would translate to an actual event.
@@runningchannel thank you. My legs are feeling good today. My core feels much tighter. Mentally, I now know a half marathon is well within my capacity. I will run two per month now and build up to a marathon.
Did my first half at the great north run in 2021, Finished in 2 hours and 5 minutes so was going to try and beat that and get a sub 2 hour at the great Manchester run next year but I've signed up for a trail marathon 3 months after the half so may have to take the half easy.
Excellent content as usual. Maybe it's just me but I am not a fan of the camera cuts as I find it distracting. I'd be happier if the presenters just looked at the camera. Anyway, as I say, it could just be me. As an older runner, it would be good to occasionally to add content specific for more mature runners.
I like dates for my sugar hit - one on the start line, one at 5 or 6 miles and one at 10 miles (if I remember!) Good luck all you new runners. My advice, don’t push too hard too quickly. Running can be a very beneficial part of your life for many years so try not to break yourself :0)
Just completed my PB sub 90min HM and won my age group by 10min M55-59. I take a small vest with tailwind and 1 sip every km and 1 gel at 10k mark. Don't believe in ABC goals. Just a realistic A goal because anything short is an excuse for the brain to cope out.
Going off too fast is kinda ok in a half marathon. You can get away with that, but don't to it in a marathon ;). A-B-C goals work really well and you really should trust the process. Don't worry, half marathons are a lot of fun.
Ran my first half yesterday. I trained 14 weeks for it using Garmin Coach Greg initially set for a goal of 2:15. After the training my watch said I could run it in 1:58 and I did it in 1:56:45. I already set my next goals to keep up the momentum and to not risk stopping; another half June 2nd and a Marathon September 29th. However, after the race yesterday I felt… down somehow. Like a balloon that lost its air. Is that normal?
My 10k pb is 1:07:23. Multiplying that by 2.223 gets me pretty much exactly to 2.5 hours, which is the goal I was aiming for anyways :D (Though I hope to improve my 10k time until then)
Training for my first half in Egmond aan Zee (NL) first 8 k are across the beach. Looking forward to it. Target time sub 1:50; but no idea if it is viable or not. Will need to start experimenting with fueling some time soon..
Lol, my best 10k time was 52:45, which was during my PB Half marathon at 1:56:45 about. Its pretty close to that formula ((which is like 2:02:07 about)
Done quite a few half’s for fun but never a race as the nanosecond i finish I have to run to the toilet !! That would be very embarrassing on the finish line of a race 😬
In a two weeks I'm running my first 5km, now I can do ~2km. At the beginning of last summer I could not go to 3rd floor without heavy breathing. I'm SCARED lmao
My mum, who is 84, suddenly decided at the age of 60 to take up running. For the next 10 years she ran the Bristol half marathon and until she was 75 did the Bristol 10k as well. She embarrassed me into getting fit again after years of lethargy. In few weeks at the age of 60 I'll be running in the Goodwood half marathon, my 14th at the distance. Mum's recovering from a replacement knee last year and hopes to be as active as usual soon. Thanks mum.
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Super mom! I hope your race was a huge success
🗣that's what's up!🎯i cycle normally but im running my first Half-marathon in October✅️
I ran my first HM yesterday in 2:09:39 😁apparently bellow average, but still happy
That’s inspiring! I’m targeting 10K this year as its my first attempt.
I just decided a few days ago that I want to do my first half next year, so this was a perfectly timed video and really helpful for me.
How did it go?
Did my first half this august (only started any running at all in April). Set off too fast. Blew up at 14k.
Did my second half this October. Started slower. Accelerated from 14k. Ran my 5k pb in the last 5k of the half 😳.
Have become addicted to running. It’s honestly been life changing.
I did my first half about 10 days ago. It was great, I was feeling good and kept a bit higher pace. I ended 15min quicker than what I was aiming for.
That's AWESOME, congrats!!
My "training" included only easy-paced trail runs, once or twice a week. It felt great and very easy to be running on a flat street as a result.
15 min quicker is insane. Means you are a lot fitter than you know
@@GTE_Channel I don't know about that. My aim was pretty low, but I am still happy with the time. At the 17th km I started feeling my legs getting heavy. Up until then was game on.
Nice. I've done 3 half marathons and really didn't have much of a plan other than getting to the end!
I ran a half marathon by myself last night for the first time in my life in 2:15:00. Most of it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought, but once I hit the 9 mile mark, the pain set is fast and increased exponentially with every step, especially in the knees. By the end I was limping along at about a 12 minute mile time and had a tough time getting into my car. 16 hours later now, and I am crazy sore and climbing stairs is currently difficult. My body definitely wasn't ready for that since my average is only 3.5 to 4 miles 2 to 3 times a week, but I'm glad I did it! For those of you like me who don't have a lot of training time, if you're wanting to run a half marathon - it won't be easy, but you can make It!
Well done. Just done my first today at 2:15. Like you, the pain set in at 9 miles
I am training for my fist half marathon in Feb 2023. At the age of 56 I decided to start running. My ultimate goal is to run the Ultra 65km Sky-Run trail in November 2023 and a 100 in 2024. Thank you for a great channel.
🗣how did the half marathon go?✅️
Good luck.
Farnborough winter half?
Running a half in Frisco TX this April. Current pace 9:35 a mile.
Plan A: Sub 1:45 (cur PB is 2:05) 🔥
Plan B: eight sub 9 min miles 💪🏻
Plan C: Finish with a smile 😊
@nealmansius5004 I know this is an old comment, but I have my first half marathon coming up and I'm right where you are as of this comment! Current pace is around 9:30, would love to finish in under 2 hours but have no idea if I can. How did your race go??
You're going to do all 3 my man
I'm running my first half in June, super nervous, but also excited! This video was great timing
Did my first half marathon at the end of my first 70.3 Ironman. More training would have helped, but hit my C goal anyway, finished within cut off.
CONGRATULATIONS! 🥳
Very first half marathon coming up in a week, 4 days after my 60th birthday! My last long training run was a 15km difficult trail run, about 10 days ago, and I felt relatively fresh at the end (pretty sore the next day, though), and did a PB 5km ParkRun 2 days ago…now for a couple of really easy short runs and lots of pasta meals 😁
I’m excited AND freaking out, at the same time 😳.
You'll love it Steve! Good luck 🥳🥳 Let us know how it goes 💪
@@runningchannel …finished this morning (Australian time)…pace plan for a sub-2:30 finish, and did 2:29:41 ! Pretty happy with that. No injuries, aerobically comfortable, but still can’t control my legs 😳
JUST DID MY FIRST HALF MARATHON.
- ZERO WATER
- ZERO GELS
- ZERO STOPS
- ZERO VEST
- ZERO NUTRITION
- ZERO TRAINING
- AT 3AM
- FASTED
I’M A BOXER/WRESTLER
PACE 9’17
TIME: 2 HOURS
I’m doing my first half in May 2023. I’m very excited. Honestly my only goal is to finish, since I’m new to running. I turned 40 in September and decided I need to try something new and I picked running.
Running my first half in Dallas TX (BMW) mid December, got my kit and my gummies of choice ready to go. Weather is my big changing factor, its been 80 degrees F and just now starting to drop for winter. The Running Channel has been my biggest prep tool, thanks for all the knowledge y'all share.
Me too!!!
Agree about the vibes. From the other runners, from the crowds. I always run faster on the day than in training.
In training I rarely run more than 8 miles but never seem to notice the extra 5 on the day.
Anyone planning or thinking of doing their first - go for it! And look around during that last mile. See the crowds, see the other runners, see the scenery, make some memories.
Amazing content as always! Doing the inaugural Falkirk Half-Marathon next Sunday (hometown for me) and very much looking forward to it.
Let's go!!
Great tips, thanks you! I am running my first Half (in Cardiff) on Sunday, and the nerves have kicked in now. I was all set for a sub 2 hr race and then injured my Achilles, which has set me back. So am putting my plan aside and am just going to do what I can to enjoy it and celebrate the achievement, whatever that may look like on the day.
I love watching Running Channel videos and getting advice from you all, and they definitely give me reassurance at times like this. Thanks Team, keep up the brilliant work! ❤
Jelly Babies all the way. Whoever invented those is a genius.
I ran my first official half marathon at the Big Half in September. What an amazing event! Loved every minute of it!
Did my first half marathon within a marathon training in the ankle-sagging route of Abingdon to Oxford - made it just above three hours! In the marathon, I ran my fastest half but still finished the full one well with an intolerant stomach with probably too many gels. Fab video as always!
I ran my first half-marathon one month ago. I have been running since March of this year and one day it just hit me that I should try it. I saw an event near me in October and I just jumped in and it was a wonderful experience.
21.2 km in 2h:7min, average pace 5:59 and I was not exhausted. I am grateful.🥰
I had 3 planned objectives:
1. To finish unde 2h 🤣🙈
2. To finish at the 2h:10min mark
3. To just finish in 3h , the time limit.
Succeed between 1 and 2🥰
I'm 5 weeks away from my first Half Marathon. I'm super excited to be in Belfast for Sept 17th. I'm researching about tapering now. Thank you for such nice tips. :)
Plan A: 2hours
Plan B: 2h 20min
Plan C: relax and finish 😊
How did it go?
@@omardgardiner2225 ❤️ I just completed the Belfast half marathon in 1:52:11 and was super happy. I also did the Dublin Half marathon in 1:52:40. I'm really happy with the results, first time races and I couldn't believe it 😊
I have my first half this Saturday, and it's a trail one too!
Good luck Tony! Where is it?
@@runningchannel Tollymore Forest Park in Newcastle, Co Down
Have a blast, and good luck!! Trails rock... pun intended.
I ran my first half a few days ago. For various reasons having a time centered goal was not really on the table. But my larger goal is to run a 50k in a few months so my goals evolved into "time on feet," learning about nutrition, learning how to walk and get running again. It was far from a time that I was jazzed about, but in context I was very happy. I got 27 miles on my feet more than half running so it was a total success!
The alternative to carb loading - which is basically stuffing yourself with unhealthy sugars in a desperate attempt not to run into the wall - is to eat a low carb diet and become fat adapted. Once you can tap into your fat stores, you will have enough fuel in the tank to run several marathons without bonking. The only exception to this would be elte runners who need the top end speed that only carbs will give but for the other 98 per cent, fat adaption is ideal - it works beautifully for me .
Wonderful, simple, realistic, video thank you.
Shamrock 1/2 in Virginia in March, A goal 2:15.
Love the channel, thankyou for all the info and inspiration along the way.
My daughter and I are doing our 2n half marathon - the Route 66 half - in a week and a half. She runs...I walk. The 3 goal rule is great. My C goal is always to finish before cut off time. Next is to beat my previous time (I'm slow. Previous time 4:10). I guess my A goal would be a sub 4 hr since this course has a lot of rolling hills and the last one was fairly flat. Not bad goals for 72 and onky started doing this less than 2 years ago. Love your channel and greatly appreciate all the great tips especially on strength training.
Did my a Half-marathon today (last was 12 years ago). Followed this tips here and other videos so keep being awesome!
Thanks for the encouragement! I am running my first Half Marathon in ten days at age 66. I think I am ready - some self-doubt - but trust the process! A great time will be 1:55. But anything sub-2:00 would be wonderful. That's what i trained toward!
Success! I ran my Half Marathon. I had a goal of a 2:00 time, or even 1:55. However, the race was on some pretty tough trails with a lot of twists, hills, roots, rocks and leaves. I could rarely keep a regular pace. So, finishing in 2:09 was a real achievement for me! Thanks for your encouragement!
@@keithlohman3821🎉
Tomorrow is my Half Marathon PB first Time
And You Upload the Tips
God Bless You Guys 🤙
Signed up for my first half which takes place on my 55th bday in March. I’ve got lots of work to do…lol. Thanks for the tips!
I'm training for my first half marathon. My goal is just finishing the race within COT😀. Anyway, I really wanna see Mo and Suley running ultra on a trail😍😍😍
I'm doing a trail half (Cardiff) this weekend, goals A B and C being to reach the end. I don't usually use gels but I've been trying out Gu coffee gels - about 5 miles from the end. So far, no stomach issues, but also I'm not sure the gel has really kicked in at the right time. So I'm wired after I finish - good for getting jobs done, not so great for recovery. Wish me luck!
Did my first half marathon race 2 years ago and somehow got a 10k PB in the first 10k that still stands today. (I didn't run any 10k races since then). And somehow miraculously I didn't slow down massively in the second half. But my advice is: even if you do something like this once this doesn't mean it'll work again. Stick to your race plan as much as possible.
I did something similar at the great North run this year, set a 5k 10k and 1/2 pb. Although I've since beaten the 5k pb during a 10k race.
@@stewartsherwood7769 Yeah, maybe 10k PB isn't that bad if your 10k time isn't that optimized yet. Mine definitely wasn't since I was training for the 1/2. 5k PB might be a bit much although I wasn't that far off my 5k PB pace.
@@meditalisoo7 True, had an accident and couldn't run for almost a month before the 10k. That definitely impacted that race time.
Did my first half in summer, I wasn't aware you needed to fuel for a half, I didn't carb load either, again thought that was only for a marathon, got through it okay. I do run by low heart rate though.
Running my 1st half next year Jan. Starting a 10 week plan next week! Thanks for the tips.X.
Plan A: Don't die during the race.
Plan B: Don't die after the race.
Plan C: Don't die.
Did my first Half in September in Bristol. Glad to see I used most of these tips well! I said to myself at the start of the year I'd like to do a half in under 2 hours, but decided to set ABC goals of 1:55, 2:00 and finishing. Absolutely buzzing to get round in 1:53.
Fuelling is still a challenge for me. I've been using gels but I'm increasingly finding they leave me feeling really unwell for a few hours after I stop running. I like the ease of gels, but not the side effects. So I need to experiment. Might try with Nurhu bars for something completely different and better for the planet.
Role on Exeter next year! I signed up for that as soon as Bristol was done! And I'll be entering the Great North ballot too.
Well done.
Not advice just my experience.
I've run halfs + fulls. I'm pretty good for my age VM65-69.
IMHO. Gels are not necessary for a half: sticky, inconvenient and damn expensive. If you feel you'll need something during the event... eat something you enjoy! Choco (not if it is hot.. Ooh, sticky).. you know what you like.
Happy running.
Have a half marathon next weekend. Definitely not my first but I've been focusing on shorter races most of the year. Haven't raced one since February. It'll be interesting to see what I've got. It's a downhill one as well which is always challenging. Thanks for the tips. I usually carry a gel with me or if it is going to be warm, I'll bring a flask with Tailwind for fuel.
My first half in 5 weeks in Washington DC. Love this channel!
Such an awesome performance Sarah! And to be able to film at the same time and having jet lag is amazing!
I have also cried at the end of a marathon last year and also the Cambridge Half, this year. Something about finishing a race which I thought would be beyond my capability just makes everything boil over once its done and I felt myself welling up as I recalled it watching you at the end. Can't wait to do it again at MK in May! Keep creating Running Channel!
I've run twelve HMs in the last year. All solo runs, not races. Unlike training for a full marathon I just gradually lengthened my long run each week. No special techniques. Fuel? A couple of slices of toast an hour before the run, jelly babies from about 8km on, though I do now have a fancy for Tunnocks Caramel Wafers. Fluids of about 500ml to a litre of dilute orange squash in a backpack depending on the weather. My usual time is about 2h10 on a hilly course.
And I always have a big appetite the following day.
Awesome video! I was wondering - can you all so a video on being a heavier/fat runner? Lots of things are more difficult (like foam running, running itself, etc) but for some weight loss isn't really an option (for me it's a required medicine that brought on the weight). I'd love tips from other large runners - we do exist! ☺️
Just signed up for 1st official half marathon at midnight....Omagh half! Previous done Omagh and Edinburgh as virtuals during lockdown. Excited but scared! Roll on March!
I have been running for a while, but I decided I’m going to run a half marathon by myself this weekend 🤗 I’ve run the distance before & hope it will be a fun time this time too 🤪🥰
Training for my first half marathon on January 15. Aiming for sub 1:40.
I'm running Adidas Premiärhalvan which will be my first half marathon on April 20. I've previously only run for the enjoyment of running. But after covid and a series of injuries I set a goal with my personal trailer to be able to run a half marathon within 6 months. That was in december. I'm currently running roughly 15km on my long runs and my only goal is completing the half marathon. So I'm mostly looking forward to race day.🤗
For refueling: Baby food pouches of fruit/sweet potato because it’s foods I normally eat everyday anyways.
Watched your video last night before running my first half marathon and found the video brilliant and very helpful. I ran it in 1hr 42mins 😊. The tips you given were great. Keep up the good work. Thank you 🏃
I did my first half last month. Still having a fever from flu 36 hours before the run, finished at 1:40. Coughing so badly at the start line that others were moving away from me.
My pace slowed by 20s per K from my goal pace. Was aiming for 1:33 before getting sick.
There is always next race.
Just did my first half marathon last wekkend (in 1:43h) and my first proper running race in over 10 years and it was absoulutly amazing.
I finished 10minutes faster than my A- Goal and 17minutes faster than my B- Goal.
I could have probably started a little bit faster, but overtaking lots of people in the last 8km when I was confident enough that I m going to finish (my C- goal) was great as wll.
7:26 (cough) I have never ever done something as foolish as going off too fast at the start of a race, never 🙂 (cough)
😂😂😂
I got a lottery spot for the Brooklyn Half Marathon. It will be my first half at age 53. I have run lots of 5K's, but I am enjoying the longer distance.
Doing a 21km road race on Sat Oct 28th and then a 26km trail run on Su Oct 29th. Will be a mental weekend
I signed up for the Disneyland Half in January -- excited to give it a go!
Let us know how you get on! 😁
Ooof,, I ran my first half marathon 4 days ago 🤣
Great tips. I am running a half in two days. The Honor run. Such a great race. Outstanding bling.
I'm going to be doing the Manchester Half Marathon next year and I'm going to use the Garmin suggested workouts with the race day feature and see how that goes in terms of getting me race ready.
Doing my first half marathon race thus Saturday (at age 56!) ...for training, deffo recommend getting to 20km as the hardest "muscle" to train is the one in our skull! Feel much more confident knowing I can cover the distance...anyone else doing Battersea Half on 7/9/24? Great advise about the slower pacers...better to go slow.. .I've gone off fast on a parkrun (5k) and that almost killed me!
I can't wait to run another half marathon! Part of me has aspirations to run a full, but definitely afraid of trying.
Perfect timing! After the 5k and 10k I just started my HM plan this week! 🎉
I'm going to run my first half marathon in 3 months. I'm a regular runner, the main thing I am worried about is being too slow. So I am doing speed work a few times a week to help shave off some time in the coming months. And my longest long run is only 6 miles currently. I feel like I can run forever, I just get bored and want to quit out of boredom... I'm having my hubby ride his bike along with me to help with this as my runs get even longer. Wish me luck!
I have had some good success with following my Garmin plan for my first half marathon. Thanks for the tips.
On course - Tailwind ; personally I can’t stomach anything that I have to chew! Have tried boiled spuds, but weight is the issue
I did my first half-marathon last October in Glasgow and managed to reach my A-goal. Was chuffed! My fuel preferences at the mo is gummy bears, energy drinks and water, but still working on finding the "best" fuel options for me.
Amazing! Congratulations 👏 What do you tend to eat before your runs?
@@runningchannel I'm still working on carb loading strategies, not sure if it works for me. My tradition is to eat a McDonald's breakfast (1 B&E, hash brown and pop) a couple of hours before a run. Probably not the best option but it's seemingly works for me. 😄
I love gels and stroopwafels for fuel on my runs over a hour!!
Coffee and adderal have worked pretty well for me.
Running my first HM in 4 weeks. The plan was built around a 2:40 target finish time but based on my 10K/5K PRs, the predictor calculator said I "should" be able to do it in around 2:15. I hope this hasn't hurt the training paces to where I won't be prepared. I guess I should have better worked out my A, B, and C plans as the video suggested, rather than training for C the whole time.
Gummies ❤here!✋🏽 recovering from Achilles tendinitis working with my physical therapist cannot wait to get back on the road.
What happened to you
Ouch! Really hope you get better soon!
I recently did a half and forgot to get my lemon Sport Beans so took a few big medjool dates and some almonds instead. I guess it worked pretty well? I met my A goal, so yes.
4:26 same i always do, GU gels.
I recently began experimenting with electrolyte capsules during my long runs for marathon training. So far seems to be working for me and haven't had the need for gels or liquid electrolytes. Also, keeps my pack light since I carry less things on me while running.
As long as it works for you Joanna that's the main thing 😊 Are there any that really haven't worked for you?
The gels supply calories for energy, as opposed to electrolytes for hydration. They're both important in endurance. I've found long runs without fuel feel "OK"... but then I take fuel on a long run and feel really GOOD. You might not need fuel during your long runs, but it could really change how they feel. Try a long run with some gel, gummies, etc, and you might be surprised how much fresher it makes you feel! Best wishes on your marathon!
Great idea
@@Kelly_Ben excellent points!! Thanks for sharing
Hi I doing half marathon Feb is wrexham I doing 9 miles 35 1 hour 30mins like your video
Great tips especially on choosing suitable training plan. Thank you!
Love the channel, always targeted, concise advice, thank you!
Fairly new regular runner, always been very fit, doing some parkruns since summer, focusing on heart rate awareness, longer runs near home and did a 1/2 ma'n distance last week in 2.04 at 130bpm all the way (male 56 btw).
Never run a race outside parkrun and even then I've felt the pull of speed out the gate...wondering how my solo 1/2 experience and time would translate to an actual event.
Ive been using dried fruits on my long runs. Pretty good and natural. The only issue is the lack of salt.
Just run my first half marathon today. 2:13. No event, just woke up and decided to go
Amazing! Congratulations! How do you feel?
@@runningchannel thank you. My legs are feeling good today. My core feels much tighter. Mentally, I now know a half marathon is well within my capacity. I will run two per month now and build up to a marathon.
Did my first half at the great north run in 2021, Finished in 2 hours and 5 minutes so was going to try and beat that and get a sub 2 hour at the great Manchester run next year but I've signed up for a trail marathon 3 months after the half so may have to take the half easy.
Mine is a gel and scottish tablet and at least two of my half's for next year are thr Tewkesbury and Cheltenham
Excellent content as usual. Maybe it's just me but I am not a fan of the camera cuts as I find it distracting. I'd be happier if the presenters just looked at the camera. Anyway, as I say, it could just be me. As an older runner, it would be good to occasionally to add content specific for more mature runners.
I like dates for my sugar hit - one on the start line, one at 5 or 6 miles and one at 10 miles (if I remember!) Good luck all you new runners. My advice, don’t push too hard too quickly. Running can be a very beneficial part of your life for many years so try not to break yourself :0)
Just completed my PB sub 90min HM and won my age group by 10min M55-59. I take a small vest with tailwind and 1 sip every km and 1 gel at 10k mark. Don't believe in ABC goals. Just a realistic A goal because anything short is an excuse for the brain to cope out.
I will do my first half on Sunday a virtual run 🎉
Going off too fast is kinda ok in a half marathon. You can get away with that, but don't to it in a marathon ;). A-B-C goals work really well and you really should trust the process. Don't worry, half marathons are a lot of fun.
Ran my first half yesterday. I trained 14 weeks for it using Garmin Coach Greg initially set for a goal of 2:15. After the training my watch said I could run it in 1:58 and I did it in 1:56:45. I already set my next goals to keep up the momentum and to not risk stopping; another half June 2nd and a Marathon September 29th.
However, after the race yesterday I felt… down somehow. Like a balloon that lost its air. Is that normal?
My 10k pb is 1:07:23. Multiplying that by 2.223 gets me pretty much exactly to 2.5 hours, which is the goal I was aiming for anyways :D (Though I hope to improve my 10k time until then)
Training for my first half in Egmond aan Zee (NL) first 8 k are across the beach. Looking forward to it. Target time sub 1:50; but no idea if it is viable or not. Will need to start experimenting with fueling some time soon..
This might be some obvious advice. But don't have an end of show party the night before
my go-to nutrition used to be GU gels, but my last LONG race (almost 7 hours) I got by with just some gummy sweets... not even special race ones.
To be honest I pack a chocolate bar and usually have a clementine just before and one have one with me to eat during 🙂
My running fuel is Fruit Pastilles
Lol, my best 10k time was 52:45, which was during my PB Half marathon at 1:56:45 about. Its pretty close to that formula ((which is like 2:02:07 about)
I like baby food or bananas for food during the run
Done quite a few half’s for fun but never a race as the nanosecond i finish I have to run to the toilet !! That would be very embarrassing on the finish line of a race 😬
Plan sea-gal 😆
In a two weeks I'm running my first 5km, now I can do ~2km. At the beginning of last summer I could not go to 3rd floor without heavy breathing. I'm SCARED lmao
i have my first half marathon next feb , four laps any advice?
Very good.
hello guys perfect video again!! can i ask you where i can find a half marathon training plan sub 2??
I previously heard for marathon time, double 1/2 marathon time and add 30 mins. Does that make sense?
Just wondering if you guys are going to release a HM training plan soon?