Week 14: Marathon Training

Training For:
Philadelphia Marathon
Sunday, November 20, 2011

Week 14:

October 31 – November 6, 2011

Day	Date	Session
Mon	Oct 31	60 min, Zone 1 – 2
Tues	Nov 01	60 min, Zone 1-2
Wed	Nov 02	REST
Thu	Nov 03	60 min, Zone 1 – 2
Fri	Nov 04	60 min, Zone 1 – 2
Sat	Nov 05	120 min
Sun	Nov 06	REST
Total		6.0 hr Run

Mon and Fri:
Optional Cross-Train Days

Week 14 of my 16 week marathon training program for the Philadelphia Marathon started today. My taper has officially begun! After running 9+ hours last week, which included a 20 mile long run, I won't know what to do with my extra time. Mentally, I know I have to stay strong and continue to focus on stretching and eating well. No slacking off in the good nutrition area. And, I want to be sure to get plenty of rest.

I continue to do my weekday easy runs early in the morning at the gym. I typically arrive at the gym between 5:30am and 6:00am and there are a couple of regulars who are always there. We keep good company and the time passes quickly.

Good luck to everyone who is training and keep up with the great work…..

Happy Running!
John