Marathon Runners Thread

[Big_Sill]

This was the first year I've tracked my training based on heart rate opposed to time. I used pace as the constant and HR as the variable - so much more enjoyable than the last 10 years where I just tried to beat my previous pace every single run. I'm not a "good" runner by any means but this was the biggest change for me.

I was showing a veteran runner my running app stats and she was shocked my average HR for previous years was always in the 180+ range. So thankful for that direction

Always nice to learn from more experienced runners, I've learned a ton from better runners.

I've found the most accurate predictor on my running capabilities and general cardio health is my VO2max. Fun to track.

 

[Messi]

This was the first year I've tracked my training based on heart rate opposed to time. I used pace as the constant and HR as the variable - so much more enjoyable than the last 10 years where I just tried to beat my previous pace every single run. I'm not a "good" runner by any means but this was the biggest change for me.

I was showing a veteran runner my running app stats and she was shocked my average HR for previous years was always in the 180+ range. So thankful for that direction

trying to keep majority of my runs under the calculation of:
180 HR minus my age (33) = 147 max HR

has helped my training so much. forced me to slow down alot but ive seen gains on workout day and in my overall health

 

[St810s]

I’m running 26.2 next weekend - can’t wait.

I’ve also focused on keeping my heart rate down (besides intentional speed workout days) and I’ve been shocked at how much more fresh I feel. I’ve added more miles to my training than ever before but keeping my speed and heart rate down has been a life saver. VO2 max is also higher than it’s ever been.

 

[clone136]

26.2 for me
excited to see the new course layout
BQ is goal

I'll be doing the 26.2.
You'll be a head of me. I too am looking forward to the new course, Southside hills are gone!

Water works usually breaks me mentally, hoping to gut it out.

 

[ClonesFTW]

trying to keep majority of my runs under the calculation of:
180 HR minus my age (33) = 147 max HR

has helped my training so much. forced me to slow down alot but ive seen gains on workout day and in my overall health

I'm 34 and I honestly don't think I could jog 2 miles and keep it at 147 HR even at like a 1030-11 pace. Mine jumps to about 155 immediately and then just slowly creeps up.

 

[cowmaster1]

If I’m reading the course map right, is there a 180 turnaround between mile 25 & 26? I remember last year one of those by Gray’s lake and that was rough. I’m not running it this year, but considering running it next year! Really interested to hear how people like the new layout.

 

[Messi]

I'll be doing the 26.2.
You'll be a head of me. I too am looking forward to the new course, Southside hills are gone!

Water works usually breaks me mentally, hoping to gut it out.

Waterworks that stage in the race is so tough. Totally exposed and minimal fan support. Only saving grace is it’s totally flat.

 

[Messi]

If I’m reading the course map right, is there a 180 turnaround between mile 25 & 26? I remember last year one of those by Gray’s lake and that was rough. I’m not running it this year, but considering running it next year! Really interested to hear how people like the new layout.

The last few miles seem a little herky jerky, imo

 

[interrobang]

Seemed to have survived the MCM50k today. Definitely a fun race! And pretty much perfect weather for it luckily. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking to try a 50k.