So the "long runs" with the Lake Run Club start this weekend! I successfully got in contact with 2 guys who are in charge of the program and will join up with them all on Saturday for the first run....it is just 5 miles...but will be a good way to get acclimated to the program and running with a group. The program is starting on week 3 of an 18-week training program. The first few weeks were:
Mon (rest) Tue (3mi) Wed (3mi) Thurs (3mi) Fri (Rest) Sat (6) Sun (Cross-train)
Mon (rest) Tue (3mi) Wed (3mi) Thurs (3mi) Fri (Rest) Sat (7) Sun (Cross-train)
I feel good because my training the past few weeks has definitely surpassed that. So, I should be just fine to jump in with them this weekend!
Training yesterday: 4 mi running outside at State Farm Park. Beautiful night!
So, I think the biggest challenge for me (at least at this early point in the game) will be taking time to REST....I hate feeling lazy...and I have this (incorrect) mentality that I need to do something EVERY DAY...
Here is an excerpt from the LRC Marathon Training information:
Rest: Rest is an important component of any training program. It is during the rest period (the 24 to 72 hours between hard bouts of exercise) that the muscles actually regenerate and get stronger. You can't run hard unless you are well rested. And it is hard running (such as the long runs) that allows you to improve. If you're constantly fatigued, you will fail to reach your potential. This is why I include two days of rest each week for novice runners. If you need to take more rest days, do so. The secret to success is consistency, so as long as you are consistent with your training during the full 18 weeks of the program, you can afford--and may benefit from--extra rest.
Have a great day, all!
Rachel
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