STUCK AT #8 WITH 42 TO GO!
TRAINING FOR NYC MARTHON (26.2MILES)-11/3/13
It’s been a while since I’ve written my last blog, usually I’m writing about my upcoming destination race but currently have none planned for out of NY so will be stuck on my 8th state for a while until I figure out my next destination.
I begin my 16 week training this week for the New York City Marathon which is 26.2 miles on November 3. I will be posting pictures and writing about my journey toward the marathon.
Yesterday I ran 8 miles in 88 degrees, the temps are only going to get hotter and the miles are going to get longer which I’m not looking forward to running in this heat but I know it must be done and that’s where the mental part of running comes in.
I will be prepping my body every week increasing the miles, next week’s goal is 10 miles which I’ve done before, and I think anything after 13-14miles will be the most challenge. Running in this heat you have to take your time and definitely hydrate. My training this time around will definitely be different than last year. Last year I ran about 4 times a week while boxing, and strength training. This year I will be definitely cross train with spinning twice a week and strength training as well as boxing once a week but will keep my runs 3 times a week. Also I will be changing my running course and not run as many hills and hard surfaces to take care of my knees and prevent any injuries.
Until next time, Happy Running!!!
