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Originally Posted by fxeditor
How long did you train for the event?
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I've ran on and off for years. Got back into it seriously about 2.5 yrs ago. I run ~3 times a week for 4-5 miles and then run every other Saturday for 6-7 miles. And to be honest, I did not have a real training routine for this Half Marathon. I did 2 'training runs' for this (in addition to my normal running). One was about 9 miles but with a fair amount of elevation change. And another one for 7 miles that was a friggin killer on desert trails. That, and I like to hike once a month or so. Btw, it's better to 'over rest' than to 'over train' during the last week leading up to your event. I plan on adding at least one more day per week and hope to keep that routine. You'll do fine! I look forward to hearing about it. And if music helps you run, get an iPod or something. I also ran with 2 goo packs. One for mile 6 and one for mile 10. And go for the gatorade not water on course. It's just a little cup and you need the extra calories. And I suggest slamming a frosty cold Pabst Blue Ribbon at the end. You've earned it!
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Originally Posted by Shaun 84 Targa
Congratulations Don! what shoes do you have?
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I run in Asics GEL Nimbus 11. I really like this shoe. Years ago I found Ascics and they fit my foot very well. Also like Adidas. Nike is too narrow but their selection is improving. I recently visited RoadRunner Sports and went through their "foot/run eval to determine correct shoe" and didn't say anything about my shoe preference. Dude came out with the same Asics shoe I was replacing. I have a neutral foot strike and very stable ankles. A correctly fitted, decent pair of shoes is a must! And never wear them for anything but running! Nothing else. One last thing. Avoid treadmills. Run outside if possible or an inside track if you have poor weather. Your hammys will thank you.