1ST HALF MARATHON

katnat0709
katnat0709 Posts: 19
edited October 1 in Fitness and Exercise
HI!
I'm training for my first ever half marathon November 12... I have always liked running, but injured my knee in April, so I have to take this one slow and easy. I was wondering if there are any other people out there that may be training for their first half or full marathon too? Maybe we could be friends and encourage one another, keep each other motivated.... I am using a training program I found on Shape magazine's website, a 12 week run/walk program....
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  • Hunger4Fitness
    Hunger4Fitness Posts: 6
    I did my first 1/2 marathon last year and I loved! Ran the Miami Beach Halloween Half Marathon in Oct, then ran the Fort Lauderdale 13.1, two week later. I used the Hal Higdon training [http://www.halhigdon.com/halfmarathon/novice.htm] and it worked out great. I'm actually featured on this year's promo flyer for the 2011 Miami Beach Marathon

    www.Hunger4Fitness.com
  • PeachyKeene
    PeachyKeene Posts: 1,645 Member
    I am doing my first Half marathon on November the 5th. Yay!!!! I am so excited. It is the Rock N Roll Series. It is going to be awesome. I am sending a friend request.
  • msarro
    msarro Posts: 2,748 Member
    Did my first half in may. My best advice is to give yourself some extra time, and go slow. You'll be fine, just listen to your body.

    Edit:
    Oh yeah, you can't possibly pee enough before hand. Running 9 miles while you have to pee until you can finally get to a portapotty without a line is possibly the single most painful experience you can have.
  • bzr21
    bzr21 Posts: 13
    You read my mind. I have tried to train for the 1/2 marathon twice in the past 2 years, but have found myself losing motivation. I think it would be great to have someone to share this with and to motivate and be motivated by. Will you tell me where I can find the training schedule you are doing so that I can follow along?
  • bmfrazie
    bmfrazie Posts: 2,380 Member
    I am doing my first 1/2 on Sept 24th in Sault Saint Marie, MI. It should be pretty amazing running across the locks to the Canadian border and back! I can't wait!
  • katnat0709
    katnat0709 Posts: 19
    I'm getting excited! I even have hot pink running shoes LOL!
  • bjbixler
    bjbixler Posts: 253 Member
    I just registered on Monday for a Thanksgiving Day half marathon. It will be my first 13.1!
    I will start training next week, since I've been running for 9 months now, I was going to follow Hal Higdon's half marathon training for intermediates program. Ive found his website (halhigdon.com) useful for training plans and information.

    Happy Running!
  • bmfrazie
    bmfrazie Posts: 2,380 Member
    I'm getting excited! I even have hot pink running shoes LOL!

    What brand? I need some new running shoes. My knee keeps hurting and I am thinking it might be time for a new pair. Plus hot pink shoes would be AMAZING! I have some Hot pink and black shorts that I love to run in.
  • katnat0709
    katnat0709 Posts: 19
    I'm getting excited! I even have hot pink running shoes LOL!

    What brand? I need some new running shoes. My knee keeps hurting and I am thinking it might be time for a new pair. Plus hot pink shoes would be AMAZING! I have some Hot pink and black shorts that I love to run in.

    I got Adidas air something or others, from ****'s sporting goods. They are super light and comfy. They are hot pink with yellow and silver stripes (people make fun of me all the time for them, but I love 'em!)
  • katnat0709
    katnat0709 Posts: 19
    I just registered on Monday for a Thanksgiving Day half marathon. It will be my first 13.1!
    I will start training next week, since I've been running for 9 months now, I was going to follow Hal Higdon's half marathon training for intermediates program. Ive found his website (halhigdon.com) useful for training plans and information.

    Happy Running!

    Awesome! I am super excited!
  • bmfrazie
    bmfrazie Posts: 2,380 Member
    I'm getting excited! I even have hot pink running shoes LOL!

    What brand? I need some new running shoes. My knee keeps hurting and I am thinking it might be time for a new pair. Plus hot pink shoes would be AMAZING! I have some Hot pink and black shorts that I love to run in.

    I got Adidas air something or others, from ****'s sporting goods. They are super light and comfy. They are hot pink with yellow and silver stripes (people make fun of me all the time for them, but I love 'em!)

    Oh nice! Those sound great I use to have pair of Neon Yellow and blue adidas that everyone would make fun of but still to this day those are my fav running shoes EVER!!
  • bjbixler
    bjbixler Posts: 253 Member
    I just bought a pair of PURPLE and TURQUOISE Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11 for my half marathon training.

    Inaugural run tomorrow AM!
  • flvsusandy
    flvsusandy Posts: 63 Member
    I am also training for my first Half Marathon (with bjbikler) and am super excited! It's a little scary thinking about all the miles we will be running in the next few months but would love to help keep you accounatable. I have used the Hal Higdon's plan for my 15k coming up in September and it's great. I would suggest adding intervals to your training...it really helps with endurance.

    Bethany, I am totall jealous of your shoes! :)
  • bzr21
    bzr21 Posts: 13
    I recently bought Brooks too and love them. I have had no problems with them. Completely worth the investment.
  • dk_runs
    dk_runs Posts: 106
    I am currently training to run in the Space Coast 1/2 Marathon on November 27th. I ran (and completed) it last year, but I am hoping to do better with my time this year. Good luck with your training!
  • katnat0709
    katnat0709 Posts: 19
    I just bought a pair of PURPLE and TURQUOISE Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11 for my half marathon training.

    Inaugural run tomorrow AM!

    If those are them in your picture, I LOVE them!
  • ardeornellis
    ardeornellis Posts: 198 Member
    I too am traning for my first 1/2 marathon. I am using the Hal Higdon training program. I went straight into in from the C25K, which was a little ambitious..LOL, but I am running the Dallas White Rock Half Marathon in December.. I still can't imagine running that far, but it's going to happen...:) Can't wait!!
  • jessicamckay13
    jessicamckay13 Posts: 297
    I just finished week 4 of a 10 week plan! I'm going to repeat a week and I don't have a race-just want to prove to myself I can do the plan!
  • Flyntiggr
    Flyntiggr Posts: 898 Member
    November 5th - Savannah RnR Half will be my first.... :)
  • katnat0709
    katnat0709 Posts: 19
    Week one of HM training was tough! Not so much physically, but just mentally! I couldn't get my head into ANY of the training runs... here's hoping for a better week this week....
  • Teeladog
    Teeladog Posts: 157 Member
    I am running my first half in February. I am running a Warrior Dash and a 10k in October too. My youngest starts Kindergarten on Thursday so I am hoping that my training is going to get a little more consistent now. I have been a bit sporadic over the summer...still running but not progressing past the 3.5 I can do now at all.

    I am going to go send you a friend request now...
  • ttrinh05
    ttrinh05 Posts: 4 Member
    Running my fourth half in January, but my first since I have put on over 20 lbs over last year's racing weight. I am hoping that training and having an online community to help keep me on track will do the trick so I don't give up and can lose all the extra bulge. Sending a friend request and hopefully we can help each other stick to a training program. Anyone else training for a HM or getting back into running please add me!
  • tamcrit
    tamcrit Posts: 340 Member
    Way to go everyone!! Good for you!! I am a fairly new runner...started Jan. 2010...and have literally gone from couch to half marathon!! I ran my first half this January, and just ran my 4th on Aug. 21. I have done a running event every month of 2011 and am planning to finish out the streak. My next half is in November. Staying signed up for events each month keeps me motivated to keep going. Keep up the good work...you will get hooked!! I'm no expert, but let me know if any questions.
    Tammy
  • bjbixler
    bjbixler Posts: 253 Member
    I just bought a pair of PURPLE and TURQUOISE Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11 for my half marathon training.

    Inaugural run tomorrow AM!

    If those are them in your picture, I LOVE them!

    Yup. These are the ones. :o)

    "Mama says they was magic shoes. They could take me anywhere."
  • Kloss914
    Kloss914 Posts: 27 Member
    I'm training for my first half coming up in September. The training has been great and I can't wait for the race ! I love to run. I follow a Nike plus training program and run give or take about 25 miles a week or more depending on time. My longest run so far is 10 miles. I live in NEPA with LOTS of hills (hard to find flat areas) so sometimes I just run on the treadmill because the race I'm in in Philly is kind of flat. Feel free to friend me if running is your thing OR if you struggle to lose those last few pounds !!!!
  • ardeornellis
    ardeornellis Posts: 198 Member
    I am on week 2 of the Hal Higdon training and honestly, I am struggling.. I am making my runs, but I am SO tired and having trouble keeping my head in the game.. I did the C25K with 30 consecutive days of 30DS. From there I went right into this training.. I think my body is screaming for a break.. I'm trying not to take more that the Friday rest day, but mentally I am having trouble... Running 3 miles seems to be getting harder rather than easier... All suggestions welcomed!!
  • Flyntiggr
    Flyntiggr Posts: 898 Member
    I am on week 2 of the Hal Higdon training and honestly, I am struggling.. I am making my runs, but I am SO tired and having trouble keeping my head in the game.. I did the C25K with 30 consecutive days of 30DS. From there I went right into this training.. I think my body is screaming for a break.. I'm trying not to take more that the Friday rest day, but mentally I am having trouble... Running 3 miles seems to be getting harder rather than easier... All suggestions welcomed!!

    Just keep moving. I'm in week 5, and there were weeks that were tough, but you'll pull through. Make sure you rest on rest days, and if you are out on a run and feel pooped, walk for a bit. Just cover the distance - don't worry about time. I've started incorporating walk intervals into my runs, and my times have actually decreased. Right now, I run for 3 minutes, and then walk for 1. That break helps more than you know! I'll be moving to a 4/1 ratio soon, and then start weaning the walking down. I just wasn't used to covering this much distance. I ran over 60 miles in August!

    Oh,and so you know you aren't alone - my run last night was one of the worst I've had in months. I was sore, exhausted, and almost puked twice - AND IT WAS ONLY 3 MILES!!!! I ended up walking more than running, but in the end, I got my 3 miles in, took a long shower, ate dinner, and stretched. I feel better today, and I know that in the end, we are all going to have bad days here and there, and tomorrow's run will be better! :)
  • ardeornellis
    ardeornellis Posts: 198 Member
    I am on week 2 of the Hal Higdon training and honestly, I am struggling.. I am making my runs, but I am SO tired and having trouble keeping my head in the game.. I did the C25K with 30 consecutive days of 30DS. From there I went right into this training.. I think my body is screaming for a break.. I'm trying not to take more that the Friday rest day, but mentally I am having trouble... Running 3 miles seems to be getting harder rather than easier... All suggestions welcomed!!

    Just keep moving. I'm in week 5, and there were weeks that were tough, but you'll pull through. Make sure you rest on rest days, and if you are out on a run and feel pooped, walk for a bit. Just cover the distance - don't worry about time. I've started incorporating walk intervals into my runs, and my times have actually decreased. Right now, I run for 3 minutes, and then walk for 1. That break helps more than you know! I'll be moving to a 4/1 ratio soon, and then start weaning the walking down. I just wasn't used to covering this much distance. I ran over 60 miles in August!

    Oh,and so you know you aren't alone - my run last night was one of the worst I've had in months. I was sore, exhausted, and almost puked twice - AND IT WAS ONLY 3 MILES!!!! I ended up walking more than running, but in the end, I got my 3 miles in, took a long shower, ate dinner, and stretched. I feel better today, and I know that in the end, we are all going to have bad days here and there, and tomorrow's run will be better! :)

    Thanks SO Much!! This is very encouraging to me.. My longest run so far was 4 miles on Saturday.. I did ok with 3 miles last week. However, on my 4 mile run at about 2.7 miles I just hit a brick wall. That is the point in a 3 mile run that I have to push myself to the end.. I think I just gave up mentally knowing I still had to push for another 1.3 miles... I did walk/run intervals for the rest of the run.. I have felt so defeated since.. I have still completed my training but it's almost like after Saturday I have mentally given myself permission to hit that wall with each run.. Today was only a 2 mile run but not even a mile in I was struggling... I was determined not to let the mental part of this beat me... So I pushed... I ended up running the the 2 miles in just under 20 minutes without walking but it was HARD... So...it was a good run...I guess... It is really good to know that the rest of yall have these days/weeks too... I was wondering if I needed an extra rest day this week, but honestly, on my rest days I just feel lazy and sluggish... I make myself take 1 a week, but would rather not increase them if my body and mind can just hang in there...:)
  • KEShikes
    KEShikes Posts: 99 Member
    I'm training for my my first 1/2 marathon in over 10 years...does that count? Using a program from Adidas MiCoach (tried Runner's World, but prefer this, so far. My race is in October, and I may do another in November if it goes well. I have a few pairs of running shoes, but one is hot pink - LOVE them!
  • kripley1229
    kripley1229 Posts: 97
    bumping for later
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