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Feb 2, 2012
Adjusting the schedule (extending)
Adjusting the schedule when change of weeks : Hi Marius, I started with 100 Day last year to prepare for my second marathon. I am very happy with the
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Jan 29, 2012
Hamstring syndrome?
Hamstrings problem (acute) : Hi Marius, and thank you for an inspiring Marathon training schedule! I should soon start the 105 day programme to prepair
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Jan 24, 2012
Cycle commuting while training?
Cycle commuting while doing the 100 day plan : I have read some other answers about fitting occasional cross-training or sports training sessions around
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Jan 19, 2012
Beginning to feel some "disturbance" in my left achilles tendon
Acilles problems Hi Marius. Some background first. I`m a norwegian from Bardufoss (north of Norway)who started on your 100day mp 5 weeks ago. Some background
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Jan 19, 2012
Race day meals - if early race
Race deal meals, if you run early in the morning. Hi Marius, Hi, in Chapter 7 you talk about what to eat and drink on race day. Here most of the races
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Jan 14, 2012
Walk/Runs effort 1
Effort 1 Walk-runs : Hi Marius I've looked through your previous responses for walk/runs but haven't notice exactly what I would like to know. I'm
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Jan 14, 2012
Rest days and the order of sessions within a week
The sessions order of the 100 day plan : Hi Marius I'm planning to use your 3:30 plan in Stocholm Marathon 2012, but I'm struggling a bit when planning
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Jan 8, 2012
Heart rate after 8 weeks off
High heart rate after 8 weeks off : Hi Marius, I have just resumed running after not doing any exercise for the last 8 weeks due to acute myocarditis.
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Jan 8, 2012
10k adjustment
Running a 10k with the 100 day plan : Hi Marius I am currently a 10k-runner who is planning to aim for the longer distances. However the 10k is still
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Jan 8, 2012
Track season
The 100 day plan for the track season : Hi Marius, thanks for the great programme! I was wondering how i could structure the 100day marathon plan throughout
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Jan 5, 2012
Is it possible på break the 100day plan into 2x 50days (or 2x60) with a small "pause" in between them?
Splitting up the 100 day plan : Splitting up the 100 day plan : Hi Marius! I have a Question about breaking up the 100day plan. If one have 2 different
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Jan 5, 2012
Warming up
Warming up : Marius, Forgive me. I know you have probably answered this. However at the age of 48 I was confused about your ideas concerning warm-up.
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Jan 5, 2012
Adjusting the schedule if missing the first weeks
How to adjust the schedule if missing the first weeks : Hi Marius! I am training for Rome marathon in March using your 3:30hr plan. I had completed
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Jan 2, 2012
Which sessions to miss?
What sessions to miss in the schedules : Hi Marius I'm entering the 1st week of the 3:15 plan with a view to run 3:30-3:40 after completing NY in 3:57
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Dec 30, 2011
High mileage before starting the 100 day Plan ?
Hi, Do I need several weeks of high mileage before starting the 100 day plan ? regards, Morten Answer: Hi Morten, certainly not. The 100 day plan
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New : If you want all these principles outlined in a complete plan check out the full 100 day Marathon plan...
FULL marathon training schedules "The 100 Day Marathon Training !"
Blogroll : quality blogs/sites you want to visit..
Jogging 101 - Visit Elaine's Jogging 101 for some of the best tips on jogging out there.
GPS Running Watch Review - Visit Joe's GPS running watch review site for some excellent tips on what GPS watch to choose.
Running Headphones Central for advice on picking the right headphones on your run.
OddShoeFinder.com - where people with mismatched feet find their "sole" mates
Picking Running Shoes - Check out some excellent advice on picking running shoes from Jeff over at the Running Advisor.
Running writer Duncan Larkin's Web site--a nice source of running information and professional interviews with elite competitors
Train for a marathon with carvey-running-tips - Mediocre runner but world class funny with marathon advice for the entire universe. You might die laughing but you wont die in the race if you follow Carvey to the twenty mile mark and beyond!
Trail Running - Go-trail-running.com is a site well woth visiting for trail running lovers and running enthusiasts in general.
Running Shoe Reviews - RunningShoesWizard for choosing your running shoes.
The Juggling Runner - Just Your Average Joggler Perry Romanowski, combines running and juggling (with still fast running results!)
Running Tips For Beginners With tips4running.com Coach David Tiefenthaler with some excellent running tips for beginners, covering all aspects of the running experience.
Steve Speirs Run Bulldog Run Very well updated & motivational blog about running and training in general.
Joe Ely "Run With Perseverance" An excellent read with perspectives going back 4 years on running and life in general.
26.2 Quest - Inspiring blog about a lifestyle change through running.
Half Marathon Running Vaishali on half marathon running and preparations.
Triathlon Training
I am adding Sebastian Wicks "Triathlon Adventures" in here. This is a great way to start if you want to add swimming and cycling before your marathon!
Members Only Marathon Coaching Section
Related Articles
Half Marathon Training - 21k Threshold Training - Here you'll find tips on how to be training for the half marathon, either as a separate event or as part of a marathon training plan.
Half Marathon Training Schedule - Training for a half marathon takes a thought through plan and good running schedules. Just consider the words. Half - Marathon. Half of the big boss - the challenge itself; the marathon.
Best Marathon Running Shoes
The Marathon Running Market’s Pride and Joy - The best marathon running shoes have to meet especially high standards. After all, you’re not just running leisurely. You are running a marathon. And if you are a serious runner, a marathon is a serious matter.
London Marathon : A Classy Route and Great Experience - The London Marathon has the mix any marathon would like. The historic route, the fast course and a very well organized program.
Men’s Walking Shoes
Finding Your Foot’s Constant Companion - Men’s walking shoes are very important. They are necessities since you need them for your regular walks. If you haven’t tried shopping for walking shoes in the past, then you must think buying the right walking shoes is all about finding a nice-looking shoe with a great design and a great feel when you try it on.short)
Marathons : Picking the Best Marathons/Half Marathons This is the major page for letting your voice be heard/read what others have said about a particular marathon/the top half marathons around.
Training For A Marathon - The Starting Page This is the starting page with the basic tips for training for a marathon. Like I said on the front page, the information about the marathon is almost overwhelming. |