Marathon

dewd2

I was going to comment yesterday but after reading other threads from the OP I realized he already knows everything about everything (or just a troll). But for anyone else reading this (and the OP if he really is sincere)....

I agree that you should run a couple years before attempting a marathon. Run a couple half marathons first. Build up your mileage slowly over the years and allow your body to adjust. Not only will this make the marathon more attainable, your experience with running in general will be so much better. Many people try running and give up because 'it sucks'. Those are usually the same people who try to do crazy things before their body is ready. Sure it would suck if you went from 0 to 26.2 miles in a few weeks. I'm certain that would hurt (and maybe injure as well).

Take your time. Build up and then follow a good plan. FWIW - Even experienced runners follow plans that last 12-16 weeks before they run a marathon. I'm currently averaging 40 miles a week and I would not attempt to run one right now without some very specific training.

Good luck.

mdgearica

Before I got into running I was not an active person at all, never had a sport. I started 5k then after 3 months I did 10k races. Then I guess after several 10ks I leveled up to Half marathons. When I got comfortable runnning half I decided to train for a full marathon.Program is usually 3-4 months. I guess it took me 1.5 yrs to run from 5k to full marathon. No injuries or any issues for me coz I really took time to get to know my limits and capabilities.

TheMrWobbly

I used to be fit as a teenager, semi-pro football (soccer) before I piled on the pounds and sat on my butt for 25 years. I was 19st 4 lbs in May, started C25K in July, ran my first 10k in October, my first HM in November, immediately after started the training plan for a marathon due in April. I run at a slow pace that my body seems okay with (10:30 min/mile on average). I have no intention of looking for a 'time' just do what my body say it can do. Everyone is different, I have been lucky but still had two injuries mainly due to my own stupidity.

Do the shorter distances before deciding on a marathon - let your body answer the question for you.