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Hi Kelly,

I always tell everyone not to get me anything for Christmas, but my wife did get me ear muffs for when I run because somehow a headband always slips off my head, and I don't like a full hat unless the temp gets down to the low teens. I have some smartwool socks also, and they are nice and warm! As long as my ears and feet are warm, I'm very happy running in the cold weather.

The Jets gave me a nice present by winning on Christmas, and now they just have to win Sunday to get to the playoffs. I hope the Giants lose Saturday (which will help the Pack)because I'm not a Giant's fan and I'm getting tired of their drama. I'll be pulling for the Packers this weekend.

I have some questions about my half marathon training, but I will post them later when I get home.

Anthony

Hi Kelly,

So I wanted to ask your opinion on 1/2 marathon training. I have my first one on March 4th, so in about 8 weeks. The longest race I've ever done is 10K, and my goal is to finish and hopefully not have to walk at all. Most half mary plans have you running 5 days a week, so I tried following a plan for a couple weeks, but running on consecutive days felt like too much. The distance was OK, but the lack of rest days was hard; my joints are not as young as they used to be . So I'd like to do like I've done in the past with 3 runs a week: A 3 or 4 mile run with some hill repeats in the middle, a 3 or 4 mile run with 1or 2 miles in the middle at 5K race pace, and an LSD on the weekend, increasing the distance 10% a week or less. Last weekend I did 8.25 miles (my longest run ever) at a pretty slow pace and felt really good afterwards, so this weekend I would like to try 9 miles and see how I feel. I will also try to bike once or twice a week. Do you think that will be enough to get me ready, or should I do more or something else?

Hope I haven't rambled too much, Anthony

Hi Terry,

Hope you are feeling better today. Which Spinervals DVDs did you get? I only have one, and honestly it's a little dull for me. I need to get a new one.

Hi there,

You're not rambling, don't worry. First off, I must readily admit that I am no kind of running expert. But, I've been on this site a long time now and have read a lot about others' training plans so hopefully can provide some advice.

I am right there with you with the joints. I have bad ones; really bad ones (particularly my left knee). I try not to run on consecutive days for that reason. Honestly, I think your proposed schedule will serve you very well. Just be sure to get that longer run in on the weekend, and you'll be fine. Having never run a half marathon, I don't have personal experience, but I've heard many people say that even if he/she has never run the actual race distance before, they still get through it on race day largely due to adrenaline. For example, friend of mine ran a full marathon last fall but his longest training run was only about 17 miles. He was very concerned about the race, but ended up doing just fine and only walked the water stations.

Your plan should have you covering the 13 miles distance in training well before the race comes around, so you should be just fine. I don't follow my training plan to the letter mainly because I don't have time, but also because my body just can't take running 5 or 6 days a week. It sounds like you are doing a similar adjustment based on what your body is telling you, and that is the best way to train, IMO.

Excellent! I still haven't used my smartwools, but maybe tonight. I so much prefer to run outside, but staying warm is a challenge.

Excellent again! It's always nice to have extra fans pulling for the mighty Packers! Of course, even if the Giants lose, if the Packers don't beat the Bears, it's all over. So, all together now--Go Pack! Boo Giants! Boo Bears!

I heard that, and frankly it kind of stinks!! At least when it was to be at noon, there was a good chance I'd be able to watch it. But we'll probably be at the NYE party thing by 7 pm... What is a sad little Packer fan to do??? *sigh*

Thank goodness for TiVo.

Hi Cris,

Good to hear from you! I'm also very interested in the underwater mp3 players but have the same feeling as you. They're just not quite there yet with the technology, I think. Maybe next year sometime.

Enjoy your time off with your kids! Happy new year!

Hi Kelly,

Thanks for the good advice regarding my half mary training. I'm sure you're right, but I think I worry too much because I lack some confidence. I wasn't sure that I would finish my first 10K, or my first sprint tri, or my first oly either.

About the swim MP3 player, that does sound interesting because, to tell you the truth I really don't like swim training. If I could swim in a lake, I would love the swim training, but the pool is tough because I just don't like training indoors. I think I might like music for swimming even though I don't run with music.

BTW, if the Packers are still in it Sunday night, I think you should stay home and watch the game, because if you don't, Brett will be mad at you

Happy New Year everyone!

Anthony

Hi there! Thanks for checking in! Sorry to hear you've been under the weather. Hopefully the rest weekend will help. I think a lot of people (myself included) are just sort of coasting into the new year, no worries!

Happy New Year, and see you next week!

*gasp* I can't have Brett being mad at me!! What should I do?? Seriously, I'm totally peeved that the NFL changed the game time. I'm certain I'll be taking frequent breaks from the swimming and water sliding to check the score... (pathetic!)

Happy new year to you too!

Good morning everyone

Just wishing all of you a very happy and healthy new year!

We are off on a mini-vacation for the next two days, so I may be MIA again. I'm not sure if the hotel has an internet terminal or not. If not, I'll "see" you on Monday!

So, it's that day again...What are your goals/resolutions/hopes for the years? On the tri front, I resolve to complete an olympic distance race this year. I actually registered for it the other day since the fee was only $35 before 12/31. So 8/19 is the big day!!

And of course, there's the standard "must lose 10 lbs, preferably 15." Same song, different year.

On the home front, we simply MUST get more done on updating our house. We haven't done a whole lot in the three years we've lived here, and I'm not sure how much longer I can stand to look at this hideous wallpaper.

Anyone else care to share?

Cool--a new trainer! Congrats! I'm certain I'm in the same boat with weight, but since my scale needs a new battery, I don't have to find out for sure!

I signed up for three races in the last few days, so hopefully I won't have any injury issues. One of those races is an end-of-season oly, similar to your plan.

We'll have to be your virtual substitute training partners!

Wow, sorry to hear about the dog choking and the treadmill slipping! Glad the dog is ok now. When I have days like that, I figure it's just not in the stars for me to work out.

Yes, I've heard of that run at Lambeau. I'd like to do the 5k, but that's a looong way to go for 3.1 miles. Maybe someday if I happen to be in the area then. I have family near there, so it's possible.

Geez, it's the day for mishaps in this group! Glad to hear you at least got a muffin out of the deal! (Oh wait, that's not a very mentor-ish thing to say, is it?) Locked out the entire day? As in, say, 8 hours?? wow.

Tomorrow has got to be better for you and Terry!

Well, I didn't have a real smooth day at work today, but I did manage to squeeze in a run during lunch, so that was cool.

Cris: are you planning on Mossman in Norwalk? I may do that one also.

Lea: I don't have a training partner, but BT is great because I learned everything I know right here, and I keep on learning, and now with this mentor program, it's even better.

Terry: They have a 5K where you run in Lambeau? That sounds great. There's a 5K that ends in Shea Stadium (where the Mets play), but I've never been able to work it into my schedule. Someday I'll do it though.

Kelly: Here's to an injury free 2007!!