Just a few days to go before the ING Hartford Marathon and I am feeling pretty good. I’ve done my long slow runs each Saturday for the past 4 months or so and they have gone well. Some of the longer ones included a 21mile run as well as a few 18 milers and several 15 mile ones. So I feel confident that if I can do those, I should be able to get through 26.2 miles. This Saturday also looks to be perfect weather for the marathon.
A few guys have told me in my running group that if I just don’t get caught up in the moment and the excitement of the race and start off too fast, I should be o.k. So my plan is to take it nice and slow and start with the 11 minute mile pace and settle in for a 5 hour run, stopping briefly at each water stop.
I wish everybody who is running the marathon, the half marathon and the 5K all the best. I’ll see you at the finish line!
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Logan, best of luck in your first marathon. Starting slow and having a plan is excellent indication that you will do well. Remember not to overdo the water and take some Gatorade when it is offered. Hopefully you've had experience with taking gel, since it will be available at the later aid stops and is a huge help. I've done many marathons and would be doing this one with you if it was not for a foot injury that is limiting my run to the 1/2 marathon, but I'll be with you and all the first-timers in spirit. Have Fun!
Posted by Joan Munroe | October 7, 2009 12:36 PM
Posted on October 7, 2009 12:36
Good luck, Logan! Hartford is my first marathon as well. I plan on hanging with the 5:00:00 pace group, so perhaps I'll see you!
Posted by Kelly | October 7, 2009 2:16 PM
Posted on October 7, 2009 14:16