I can’t believe I am already 4 weeks into marathon training. It’s flown by! I feel like it was just yesterday that I “officially” kicked off marathon training, but now I am already a 1/4 of the way through it. Eek! It’s going to be here before I know it!
Week 3 was a step-back week and included a fun trip to Canyon Ranch. I had planned to do my tempo run for the week there, but after a hike and a ShockWave class, I just didn’t have the energy to do it. I still got in a few miles on the treadmill, but I listened to my body and cut the run short. During Week 4, things ramped up again, and I finished the week with 22.4 miles, which brings my January total to 78.1 miles. Holy cow.
Week of January 18th (15.6 miles)
- Sunday: Off
- Monday: CrossFit
- Tuesday: 15/7 hills/15 (6.32 miles)
- Wednesday: KFIT (30 Curtis Ps @ 85 pounds = so sore)
- Thursday: 60-minute long run (6.26 miles)
- Friday: Off
- Saturday: 30-minute hike + 45-minute ShockWave class + 30-minute run (3.03 miles)
Week of January 25th (22.4 miles)
- Sunday: Off
- Monday: 20/25/15 Tempo (6.64 miles)
- Tuesday: Off
- Wednesday: CrossFit
- Thursday: 1:45 long run (10.86 miles)
- Friday: Off
- Saturday: 15/8 hills/15 (4.97 miles)
If you’re not familiar with tempo runs and hill workouts, here’s a quick explanation!
Boston Marathon Training: Weeks 1 & 2
P.S. Here is that recipe for those Oatmeal Cranberry Almond Bars that I mentioned the other day. They are deeeeelicious!
Thanks for sharing the recipe! And wow I can’t believe how quickly time is flying by. Hope you’re enjoying your weekend!
Awesome training schedule! You are going to be so ready for that marathon!!
Well done missus!! Are you enjoying getting back in to running? Hard to train while doing Crossfit when you’re sore!
Great couple of weeks! Still so impressed by your long run on the treadmill!
Great week of workouts! You are going to rock your marathon.
Great workouts and OMG that recipe sounds superb!
Holy COW that is a lot of mileage this week. It’s snowing here and I don’t have access to a gym, so I can’t run!
Thanks for the recipe! Can’t wait to try those out.
Hi Tina! I’m going to be training for my first marathon after a hiatus(similar to you) and I’ve really gotten into strength training during this time away from distance running. I know you briefly mentioned that when you went to Canyon Ranch, you discussed with the exercise physiologist how to not lose strength when training for a marathon. Would you mind sharing some snippets from that conversation? I start my official training in June!
She suggested doing more traditional strength training (i.e. HEAVY, low reps, 3×3). She was happy I am doing CrossFit, but thought I would benefit from more heavy stuff.
Trying these cookie recipe ASAP! Sounds like a great set of workouts! Very inspiring!
Im doing boston too. Alterting runs with hot yoga
Time seems like it’s flying by! Your workouts motivate me to go out and workout.
Awesome job! Hope some of the snow melts so you can run outside!
I am training for my first marathon just a few weeks after yours so it is so fun to watch you train . I can see what to look forward to- I just completed a long treadmill run and it was rough!
I know you are working with a coach- I would love a post on the benefits of training with timed runs vs distance runs . I have only ever done a distance plan but with kids there is definitely an appeal of knowing exactly how long a long run would take !
What a great start to marathon training! Also hiking is super tiring, surprisingly so because it’s so fun! I did a two hour one today and am wiped out! 🙂
Hi Tina! I am a long time reader of your blog but this is my first comment!! Just wanted to suggest POSH Entertainemnt DJ Podcasts for those long treadmill runs. It will make the time fly!! Best of luck with your marathon training.
Thanks so much for the recommendation! 😄
Looks like you’re right on target even with the challenging weather. Looks like I’m going to have to hit the treadmill this week too! Enjoy your Sunday/rest day 🙂
I am impressed with how well you have stuck to your program with all the snow. It’s hard to motivate in the cold and snow. I am trying to get outside and run right now…
Looks like you’ve got some great workouts scheduled. Good luck!
I love that your training plan calls for a certain amount of time instead of mileage. Do you like that method better?
Yes! I like the mental game better.
I love following your marathon journey every step of the way. Keep it all up! You’re an inspiration.