I am running my second marathon in May 11'. For my first I followed a Higdon plan, for this second one I really just want to go with it on my own. I really didn't like the feeling of being tied to down to specific training plan. I have been contemplating on following the Pfizter 18/55 plan. (Advanced marathon training is a fantastic book btw). But I am a bit skeptical because it's a very intense plan, and right now my personal life is super busy, and don't think I want to max out at 55 miles per week. I am not really concerned about being a speed demon for this marathon, I do want to come under 4 hours, which I will. I am shooting for 3:55. I just want to beat my lousy time of 4:16 from my first one. (lousy for me because i went into the marathon injured, and was very dissappointed with my time)
I know the basics marathon training, when to cut back, taper, and what key workouts to do, so I just might do my own training. Bottom line is just run, and increase mileage, and the LR are very important.
Who else does not follow a training plan?
I know the basics marathon training, when to cut back, taper, and what key workouts to do, so I just might do my own training. Bottom line is just run, and increase mileage, and the LR are very important.
Who else does not follow a training plan?