Need some running inspiration while you train for your first marathon!? Check out this book 50/50 by Dean Karnazes. . This book is about a guy who runs 50 marathons in 50 consecutive days! Now, I don’t have a desire to run 50 marathons in 50 days but some of the lessons he learned along the way have helped me tremendously with my training.
Along the way, he uses the various obstacles and inspirations he encounters to present a number of running tips. Some of the topics he discusses are: Marathon race day preparation, fueling, hydration, mind games, music, shoes, visualization, strength training, diet, and sleep.
Overall at the end of each chapter he gave me great reasons to lace up and run wild! I just really enjoyed his outlook on running and his positive spirit.
***marathon training update***
I think my middle of the week runs and cross training have been paying off. What also helped me was that I finally purchased a fuel belt. Plus I took a power gel at about 45 minutes into my run and the goo definitely gave me that extra push to finish. I ran 8 miles on Sunday at the 10:30 pace!! Woo hoo!
4 comments:
Good for you -- 8 miles! Whew! Great pace! :-) :-)
Sweet!! Good job on the 8 miles! But wow, 50/50? I want to read the book, but I could never imagine running 50 marathons in 50 consecutive days! Unbelievable!
you go girl!
I just did big bear half- I'll post pics soon :)
You're doing awesome. I cheered for you guys last Sunday morning from my car...I drove by and gave a loud honk and loper cheer.
Keep up the good work!
I'm excited for you...Can't wait to post up your marathon experience...Maybe I'd be inspired...
Shem
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