I'm quite fit but far from being sportive, I've got 4 weeks to train, is that enough? how much should it take?
2007-02-24 05:13:57 · 3 answers · asked by JarJar Odd 2 in Sports ➔ Running
I'm not leaving totally from scratch, I am able to run quite easily 5 miles and I think I'd manage 10 if I didn't push myself, but my time wouldn't be very good.
Last year I finished it in 1h29min pretty much untrained...
I just want to do better this time.
2007-02-24 08:30:38 · update #1
With just 4 weeks to go, I'd try to run 7 miles this weekend, 9 miles next weekend, and do a quick 5-miler on the weekend before the race. Ideally, you'd want a few months but it does sound like you're in pretty good shape to start with.
It'll take 2-3 weeks to get the benefit from your long runs...so there's no use trying to increase your endurance on the weekend before the run. In fact, make sure that all of your runs the week before the race are easy pace (taper). Good luck! See page below for pointers on the next race.
- Mike
2007-02-25 06:21:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Four weeks would be a better suited amount of time to run, say a 5k. But even that would be a tough push if you were going for a decent time. I usually give myself 2 months to train for just a 5k and that's already with a good running base established (I run daily.)
While you could 'get' yourself to finish the race, you'd really be pushing it. You would need to feel comfortable to run at least 7-8 miles and you would need to be able to do that at least once a week. If there is no real reason other than just to do it, I would consider giving yourself some time and finding another race in the future that you can better prepare for.
You also risk getting injured by pushing your body like that. With the number of road races out there I am sure you could find another without a problem and feel better about yourself doing it.
Good luck!
2007-02-24 15:26:14 · answer #2 · answered by schmidtee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a good time, I would say 3-4 months is probably when you will get your best time. Unless, You can run 5-6 miles right now, you probably won't get your best time for a 10 mile race
2007-02-24 13:30:15 · answer #3 · answered by josh4colts 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋