I decided to start building a triathlon base. Not sure yet if that will result in me actually signing up and doing the Vermont Journey Half Ironman. I am changing my mind all the time these days, and really like the flexibility of being noncommittal in one aspect of my life. I am only 2 days into this, but I am loving 2 workouts/day, and it is not hard (so far) to fit them in with my schedule. I absolutely love the 2 90 min/week trainer workouts, when I get a chance to watch a movie or TV without being pulled in all directions by outside "happenings". Will see how it will go. I will start the actual training sometime in May. I took Paul's advice and created a program based on the FIRST running guide, which goes something like this:
M: Run speed (6-13) and Bike Speed or Hills (20-30) (these will be bricks later)
Tue: Swim (1-2) and easy run (5); core work
Wed: Run tempo (6-13) and Bike tempo (20-30) (these will be bricks later)
Thursday: Swim (1-2) and easy run (5) ; core work
Friday: rest (or fit in one workout missed during the week)
Saturday: Endurance run (10-22 during marathon training) and Endurance swim (1-2 miles)
Sunday: Endurance Bike (40-70); core work
Yes, I am doing more running than I need to, but I have a fight to pick with the marathon in the Fall, so I want to keep my mileage up 30-40sh at least until July when I start actual marathon training and will go into the 50s.
So now I am really excited. And scared. Will my body be able to handle this all? Am I sabotaging my marathon training by doing so much swim bike over the summer? Maybe, maybe not. But for today, this seems like a good plan, and I am having lots of fun thinking things through, facing my open water phobia, and stepping into the unknown...For today, this sounds like a great idea! Will see if tomorrow I'll feel the same...
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17 comments:
Hi Ana Maria,
How exciting to be starting a new journey! I have a feeling that you will succeed at anything that you attempt:) You have to do what is best for you and you will know when the time comes. Happy training and good luck with the swimming:)
I have revenge this fall, too, so I hear your cries....I think the other training is only going to help make you stronger for the marathon this fall!!
Exciting stuff! I find that having 3 sports to train for is really refreshing. You'll NEVER get bored. ;)
And to answer your question on my blog- yes, I looked at my watch regularly during those 500's and knew what my splits were supposed to be at each 100 down to the second... I think I could have done it by feel though if I needed to, but I like being able to correlate and be assured that 'this effort = that pace.'
i think you shoudl do the Timberman! then I can cheer you on. My running has improved with all my cross training. I am running 3 days a week and my speed has increase by almost a minute
I don't think you'll sacrifice your marathon plans by adding in the swimming/biking. You know how much mileage/speedwork you need to keep in there to maintain before kicking it back up, so just make sure you do that. As to the tri--have you done one before? Maybe a shorter one for your first? If you stick to the 1/2 IM, just make sure you really crank up the bike mileage, 'cause that's where it's at with tris (my unsolicited 2 cents!).
Go for the triathlon! You'll be surprised that it won't slow you down in your open running like you are worried about. However, if you aren't strong on the bike, it won't matter how fast your open run is, it will turn into a death march on the run.
If you will be building a triathlon "base", that's 90% of the way to signing up. ;)
i think you are going to do great and love it!!! from what chris tells me, all the extra cross training REALLY helps his running (well you know that, you already were doing it) but its only going to put you in better shape.
are you going to use the same type of marathon training plan you did for boston for your fall marathon? i think i want to try something new and am looking around at a bunch of different options :)
Wait Did I read that right? You are enjoying 90 minute trainer workouts?
That's just sick!!!
Jim, I KNOW! I hate treadmill running but love trainer workouts!
Have fun starting to build for Triathlon! It is a bit more complicated to organize workouts, but it is a lot more fun!!! YAY!
yeah for tri's! I don't know if it'll sabotage your true marathon training...as I don't run marathons so don't have any experience w/it.
But, i say follow what the other tri/marathon peeps out there say (maggs, etc)...
i'm just stoked you're in the tri world for now!;-)
With your great organization, diligence and determination, I think you'd do very well with the training and tri! I also think it would be good for your body, brain and stamina. I can't wait to hear more about your goals.
I can't belive you love the trainer! Crazy. I love your plan. How long is it going to be? 18 week/12 week??
Im in week 3 of my training and I'm exausted. And starving. It's definitly more volume than marathon training. You'll LOVE it!
wow! as usual i am blown away by your busy training schedule :)
i definitely think swimming will ultimately help your running. you are still maintaining cardio (if not increasing it - swimming is tough!) and yet at the same time giving your legs a little rest. i have a feeling you'll just come back even stronger!
Hi Ana Maria
I am flattered you thought my advice would work for you and glad you have a program that you are excited about and looking forward to.
A few thoughts:
1. Looks a really good mix of hard/easy days.
2. The thing most triathletes would find hard about this program is having "hard" sessions in two sports on the same day (eg, Mon or Wed). So whilst doing this makes it easier to have hard/easy days it is pretty difficult to get the best from both sessions like this. I might suggest splitting them up.
3. I hope your note about brick sessions doesn't mean you plan to do two of these a week at some stage????? One a week is ample. Many coaches would suggest one a fortnight. Which brings me to point ...
4. Many triathletes doing long course racing run their programs over a two week rotation. (Whoever said that 7-days is an optimal time period?) This allows you a bit more scope to spread out your key sessions. So for example. On week one your long ride and run may be on consecutive days and be longer in distance whilst on week two (later in the program) these might be combined into a single long brick session - but with the total distance cut down.
Food for thought. But as you've heard me ramble lots of times, the most important thing is to "know thyself." See what works for you and adapt as you go.
Have fun!
Paul :-)
I trained for the Boston marathon while also training for a half ironman that is in 4 weeks. I didn't put in nearly has many miles (especially biking and swimming) as you have laid out. (Which probably only means I'm undertrained for my race!) But I would recommend listening to your body! I got sick a month before the marathon and had a really hard time recovering. Missed a 20 mile training run and didn't have a great marathon. So if you're feeling tired, slow down!
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