Training for a half or full marathon is never an easy undertaking; especially if you are starting training in the heat of Summer. But there’s a whole lot of truth to the saying that Fall races are won in Summer. So if you have your sights set on a race that is (hopefully) happening anytime between September and November, now is the time to start considering your training plan.… Read the rest
Tag Archives: Hansons Training Plan
Managing A High Mileage Week – Weekly Recap – 3.7.20
I’m pretty pumped to share how my high mileage week went. As of Sunday, my marathon has not announced if it will be cancelled, but I’m operating under the assumption that it will. Nevertheless, I’ll keep training until I get confirmation.… Read the rest
Sick of Speedwork – Weekly Recap – 2.23.20
Shockingly, I had another week of travel. I know, it’s super surprising at this point, right? I’ve never felt more homeless in my entire life. Haha. Oh well, I think my schedule will be slowing down a bit in March, and I am definitely looking forward to that. … Read the rest
Hansons Marathon Method Plan – What to Consider
I’m about halfway through week 14 of the Hansons Marathon Method training program, for the second time. The high mileage, the tough workouts, the draining intensity; it’s all catching up to me for sure. I know the cumulative fatigue and physical stress is serving a purpose and making me stronger, but this training plan is not for the faint of heart. … Read the rest
Hansons Marathon Method Review
I’ve shared that I had great results training with the Hansons Marathon Method. I think the program played a huge role in my recent 14 minute PR at the Dallas Marathon. In fact, I loved the process and results of the Hansons Marathon Method so much that I have decided to follow the program again for my upcoming Boston Qualifying attempt. … Read the rest
Weekly Recap – 12.29.19 – Lessons Learned From Working Out Consistently
This week was New Years, and while I’m not a huge fan of resolutions, I am a fan of reflection and learning. I realized during my long run that I have consistently been working out consistently, in some form or fashion, for a decade at this point.
Weekly Recap – 12.15.19 – Marathon Recovery Tips
This week started out in the best way possible! A brand, new shiny PR of 3:40:45! I would have loved to have crossed the finish line with a brand, new shiny Boston Qualifying time, but I am so incredibly happy with a 14 minute PR. … Read the rest
Weekly Recap – 12.1.19 – My B+ Mom Week
This week was pretty nice to me for the most part. I’ve had some on and off sinus issues, which I’m attributing (hopefully) to allergies. I have a lovely tendency to get sick during my tapers, so I am taking all the elderberry and Zicam I can get my hands on. … Read the rest
Weekly Recap 11.17.19 – Cumulative Fatigue
Last week was pretty magical and amazing, but this week I felt like pile of poop for pretty much the entire week. We started off the week traveling back from south Texas, and while I felt pretty fatigued Sunday, I was hoping that was just from staying up later than usual on Saturday and that I’d have more energy Monday. … Read the rest
Weekly Recap 11.10.19 – My Comeback
I CAN MOVE THIS WEEK. Let me tell you, I was so freaking excited to be able to move and breath this week. I started out the week with an easy run Sunday evening with a couple of friends, and it felt amazing to finally be back on the pavement. … Read the rest