Been incorporating 1k uphill repeats, instead of actual weight training. And just about to start incorporating 1k downhill repeats as I try to get my legs used to significant elevation changes in anticipation of a Boston 2025 bib. Which will only help make my Chicago block that much easier. Glad to see things are still progressing well for you, and can get yourself to a place to have an enjoyable Chicago!
Very inspiring! Chicago will be my first marathon after finding out I have ASCVD (luckily asymptomatic) so it will be an important and meaningful race! 👍🤞🏃🏻♂️
Strength (weight) training 1 day a week on my cross training day. I do a 90 minute elliptical then do my weight session (squats, deadlifts, bulgarian split squats, hip thrusts) after. Still do body weight exercises for strength and balance every single day for at least 30-45 minutes. I think strength is as important as the running to be honest. At least if you are trying to run 'fast'. Be careful about heavy weights during a block vs just maintenance during the block. I think many runners think heavy weights all year is a good thing but probably contributes to injury with higher mileage (in a marathon block) or more intensity. Can't push the body on all sides without something breaking...
The reason that you haven’t stayed consistent with the strength training is that you don’t have structure; you don’t have a defined program. I recommend the run strong program (only the strength training component). it cost less than $150 and doesn’t require you to go to the gym - you need only long bands, mini bands, and dumbbells up to 40 pounds. It will have you doing three, one hour lower body/core strength training days per week. When I am in a training block I do faster running on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and usually as part of my long run on Saturdays. I do lower body strength training on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. I run in the morning and do strength training in the afternoon/evening.
I wish that were true. Sadly I have a custom strength training plan that was developed for me after an extensive evaluation with a running specific physical therapist. I simply have not been consistent in implementing it. It's all about building strength training into my normal workout routine in order for me to remain consistent. It's an aspect of my running that I have not incorporated in my workouts as I should. The days go bye fast and before I know it the week is over. On the upside, all of the pieces are in place for me to incorporate now... and with all of the support that I'm getting from you and all of our fellow runners on the channel, I stand a great chance of success. Thanks for all of your advice. Have a great day.
Been incorporating 1k uphill repeats, instead of actual weight training. And just about to start incorporating 1k downhill repeats as I try to get my legs used to significant elevation changes in anticipation of a Boston 2025 bib. Which will only help make my Chicago block that much easier.
Glad to see things are still progressing well for you, and can get yourself to a place to have an enjoyable Chicago!
Very inspiring! Chicago will be my first marathon after finding out I have ASCVD (luckily asymptomatic) so it will be an important and meaningful race! 👍🤞🏃🏻♂️
Step by step.....¡¡¡¡Let´s gooo to the finish lineeeee!!!!. Like to Tim. A nice weekend for everyone.
For sure... it's one day at a time. Have a great day Manuel!
Strength (weight) training 1 day a week on my cross training day. I do a 90 minute elliptical then do my weight session (squats, deadlifts, bulgarian split squats, hip thrusts) after. Still do body weight exercises for strength and balance every single day for at least 30-45 minutes. I think strength is as important as the running to be honest. At least if you are trying to run 'fast'. Be careful about heavy weights during a block vs just maintenance during the block. I think many runners think heavy weights all year is a good thing but probably contributes to injury with higher mileage (in a marathon block) or more intensity. Can't push the body on all sides without something breaking...
That is some very sound advice Jim. Thanks for sharing. I really appreciate it! Have a great day.
The reason that you haven’t stayed consistent with the strength training is that you don’t have structure; you don’t have a defined program. I recommend the run strong program (only the strength training component). it cost less than $150 and doesn’t require you to go to the gym - you need only long bands, mini bands, and dumbbells up to 40 pounds. It will have you doing three, one hour lower body/core strength training days per week. When I am in a training block I do faster running on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and usually as part of my long run on Saturdays. I do lower body strength training on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. I run in the morning and do strength training in the afternoon/evening.
I wish that were true. Sadly I have a custom strength training plan that was developed for me after an extensive evaluation with a running specific physical therapist. I simply have not been consistent in implementing it. It's all about building strength training into my normal workout routine in order for me to remain consistent. It's an aspect of my running that I have not incorporated in my workouts as I should. The days go bye fast and before I know it the week is over. On the upside, all of the pieces are in place for me to incorporate now... and with all of the support that I'm getting from you and all of our fellow runners on the channel, I stand a great chance of success. Thanks for all of your advice. Have a great day.