What's the easiest way to train for a marathon?

Question

I used to run 3-5 miles, but stoped about 6 months ago after a foot injury, but it's now healed.

Answer 1

The first step , if you haven't yet done so, is to begin running again. It is better to begin as though you have never run before. Such an approach can help prevent injuries and reinjuries .I'd recommend a walk/run program, such as can be found on runnersworld.com. Here is a link to that training schedule:
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,sssss6-380-381--678-5-1X2X4X5X6-6,00.html

Runnersworld.com also has marathon training schedules, but an easier option can be found at: http://www.jeffgalloway.com/training/index.html

Good luck to you.

Answer 2

I ensured 1 long run a week even if I coudln't get in a lot of mileage during the week, both weekly and daily mileage are important, but for a first marathon the long run is the most vital. I started with 12 miles watching the football playoff games on TV and eventually finished with a 23 mile run. Many schedules have you topping off at 20, but I think having done 23 made my last few miles more bearable, or better put my unbearable miles as fewer.

Answer 3

You do it slowly Runnergirl. Start out by walking and evaluating the strength of your foot and ankle, and whether you have any lingering weakness that causes you to favor that foot. After a few weeks of that, try jogging short distances during your walks.

Evaluate and seek medical help if you have any doubts about your foot.

Good Luck

Answer 4

start off with a few slow jogs, then start to run longer and faster. But take it east because you dont want to damage your foot again.

Answer 5

Just like you would normally, slowly and build up to the point where you want to be

Answer 6

no easy way you need to run more miles drink lots of fliuds

Answer 7

eat hot dogs and pizza all day and sit around watching tv