Marathon Preparation - From couch to 26.2 miles

365 days, 1 year, 2 inactive bored sisters, one thinks any goal is too small for her, the other wants to try everything but is not sure where to start. So Ok, the challenge- run the first full marathon within 365 days. Start date: Nov 1st 2007 End date : Nov 1st 2008. Will we be able to do it??

OUR GOAL - NIKE WOMEN'S MARATHON (OCT 19, 2008)

Nov 1, 2007-------------->FEB - 9Mleft--------------->MAY - Completed Half Marathon!!!! 6Mleft---------------->AUG - 3Mleft--------------->Oct 19, 2008 -D DAY!!

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED - We were able to complete, yes complete :) the Nike Marathon - our first marathon - in about 6 hrs 40 mins.Our next goal - Lose weight!!! 36 pounds in 365 days - a lofty one considering that even the marathon training couldn't help us lose a few of the extra pounds.

VISIT US AT OUR WEIGHT LOSS BLOG

MapMyRun.com - a vital tool for marathon preparation PBS Nova Marathon Challenge - Inspirational marathon training video Our progress (or not) - Check out our daily log!!!

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Day 90 - Completed 3 months of marathon preparation

ha ha ha.....I am still here?? I am still thinking about running a marathon???? wow! I am surprised at myself, my lazy self....

In these 3 months, even though have been inconsistent in training/workouts, have seen -
- a remarkable increase in stamina, running/walking for 3 miles is not a huge deal anymore
- no change in weight, am still obese by 15 pounds (BMI)
- preference switch from treadmill running to outdoor running
- slight change in attitude for the better.....want to run this marathon now....

Posted by GB at 9:13 PM

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I used to only run on the treadmill prior to starting to train for the marathon. I was so intimidated by running outside however now I also have made the preference switch! Running outside is so much more enjoyable! Keep up the good work.

January 30, 2008 at 9:53 AM

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