Training Update - September 2008

Wow, where has the summer gone? It seems only a few weeks ago I creating my 16-week training program for Chicago and helping Danielle plan her wedding. Now, Danielle is married (and the wedding was perfect) and I'm running the Lewis & Clark Marathon on Sunday.

This summer was definately a challening training season. Everytime the heat rose above 70 degrees, my energy was sapped and I had a bad run... once stopping at mile 13 of a 20 mile run. Occasionally the weather would give us a break and hover right around 70, allowing for a decent 20+ mile run. Over the last 12 weeks, I managed 3 good 20-23 mile runs, so I feel prepared for 26.2. The forecast for Sunday is 65-70, so it should be a good training run, but won't be a day to set a new PR.

After Sunday, I will be focused on Chicago.