So, it's May. And to get past the stresses that are going to consume my month, I am looking ahead to June. If I want to run this marathon (YIKES) the second weekend of October, I need to begin training in June.
So, my question to the RBF world is this: What is the best marathon training plan out there?
I'll be honest; the only one I've really heard anything about is Hal Higdon. I see Jeff Galloway has a plan as well - has anyone ever tried this, and how did it work for you? And then I read about a Pfitz plan on Jayhawk's blog the other day. Oh, the options...
In the end, I don't know if it matters as long as I stay committed to whichever plan I choose. Any input would be great, though.
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Hi Krista! I'm on (in hiatus) the Jeff Galloway 52 week plan (book). I like it just fine. It got me through my first half marathon. I will pick it back up again in August. You can also look at his plan on his web site. It's a little more aggressive, but Dee Dee did the half marathon plan from there and did fine as well. Good luck on your decision.
Found your blog through Miss Petite America....runnersworld.com has a great tool called "Smart Coach" on their front page that has worked well for me. Good luck with whichever progam you choose...
Hey! I know a lot of people that have had good luck with FIRST. It also includes a good amount of cross training besides just running. I think Pfitz has a LOT of running miles to it, so I think it all depends on how you want to attack the 'thon! I think some of the Hal Higdon plans are a little light on long runs, personally.
All I've ever done is Hal, so my frame of reference is limited. Listen to those with more experience, but some books by different people (or look up their websites), and join a running group. The more you know, the better you'll be able to form your own opinion of what works best for you.
oooh ooooh, i wanna hear what peeps ahve to say too! :)
Last summer I followed the Hal Higdon plan to the best of my ability ... training for a half marathon that I didn't end up doing. Then, once i got back on track and started to run consistently again, I started to follow Jeff Galloways plan and had less injuries and less soreness afterwards. I have been doing this to the best of my ability. RUnning 10 walking 1 for the most part. I have heard of Pfitz plan, but don't really know much about it!
Rae is right...Pfitz is a bit crazy on the mileage...there are weekdays where the schedule calls for 14+ miles with a certain number done at lactic threshold pace. If you're interested, the book is "Advanced Marathoning."
Another one you may want to consider is one of the plans from John Bingham's book, Marathoning for Mortals. It's a fantastic jumping point. Even if you don't use the plan, the book is easy to read and super helpful :)
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