How Anyone Can Train for a Walking Marathon
A marathon sounds intimidating, but that only makes the possibility of completing one all the more attractive, and impressive. You don't have to be an athlete to train for, and complete, a marathon. You can even be overweight, out-of-shape, and an all-around couch potato. All you need is determination and the will to stick to your training program.
OnlyTahiti.com Launches TahitiVip.com Joining Forces with Las Vegas Marathon
Onlytahiti.com: Launches TahitiVip.com Joining Forces With Las Vegas Marathon
This Week's Marathon of 'HR Nightmare' Episodes of "The Office" Aren't That Far-Fetched, Experts Say
Institute for Corporate Productivity Research backs up many of the fictitious situations in hit comedy.
Keith Bennett's Karate Academy Holds Martial Arts Marathon To Raise Money For Local Homeless Shelter
On October 1, 2005 Keith Bennett's Karate Academy in Kingston, NY will be holding a Martial Arts Marathon to raise money for the Darmstadt Shelter for the Homeless.
New Social Networking Site, Traxee.com, Targets Running, Training and Fitness for Women
Running is gaining in popularity among women; now, a newly launched site provides supportive social networking, news, reviews and racing events for the growing population of women runners.
Original Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Begins New Decade in San Diego
Runners and walkers are encouraged to begin training and reserve a spot at the start line today.
Take the Hassle Out of the Holidays: Marathon Grill Announces Helpful Hotline
Marathon Grill launches its Holiday Hotline at 215-561-5600.
Marathon Runners Recover Faster with Zensah® Recovery Compression Leg Sleeves
Zensah® debuts at the ING Miami Marathon innovative recovery compression leg sleeves, which speed recovery for marathon runners.
Blogging Marathon for World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day is a day to bring Diabetes into the spotlight, to build awareness amongst those at risk, to educate sufferers about better management strategies, to raise awareness in the wider community and to work towards a cure.
That's why the Official Diabetes Blog is spreading the World Diabetes Day message, through a marathon blogging effort.
CelebPoker.com Starts a New Poker Freeroll Marathon with Their '11-11' Freeroll Promotion
CelebPoker Starts a Poker Freeroll Marathon with their new '11-11' Promotion... Players can win over ?20,000 per month through Freeroll Poker Tournament's starting every hour between 11am and 11pm (GMT) with No Rake Requirement.
Capella University Selects Three Students to Run in the Antarctica Marathon
Students of online university to run the marathon on King George Island
on Feb. 26, 2007.
Who's Got What It Takes to Run 26.2 at the North Pole? Brad Feld, YourRunning.com Giving Away Marathon Entry
YourRunning.com, a new online community for running enthusiasts, is holding a contest to find the best marathoner/blogger to run in the 2007 North Pole Marathon
How To Buy Running Shoes
As an athlete or an every day person, buying running shoes is one of the best things you can do for your health. Proper running shoes are critical for a good running or walking experience, and to be able to safely exercise with the right type of support, knowing how to go about buying running shoes is more important than you might think. Your choice in running shoes can really make or break your workout experience, and if you want to get things off to a right start it is important that you choose your running shoes carefully. Chances are, your sales associate is not as knowledgeable as they sound about how to buy running shoes properly.
Tips For Marathon Preparation
I love talking with people who are considering running a marathon. I think it is one of the best things that someone can do with their life and health. It is quite funny, however, to sit down with someone that is considering running a marathon to see what their plan of preparation is for their big run. Quite often people have no real plan for preparation.
Over 400,000 Marathon Runners Each Year Are at High Risk for Melanoma - The Most Dangerous Skin Cancer
Dr. Sam Speron a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon states many runners visit his office during the summer months as a precautionary visit and he recommends all marathon runners to see a Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist annually.
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The Secrets Of Tapering For Marathons
After months and months of training including long runs, tempo runs, intervals, and marathon pace runs now it is time to start getting ready for the big day. Reducing mileage and the length of intense workouts is the key to doing this. Let?s explore the second biggest controversial aspect of marathon training, the art and science of tapering.
The biggest obstacle during a marathon taper is reducing mileage while increasing fitness. The biggest benefit to a proper taper is the healing process for the body and mind. Months of training causes microscopic damage to the muscles of the legs. Tapering allows this damage to heal causing a super compensation to occur. The super compensation that occurs is increased fitness and the body preparing itself for the marathon.
Studies have shown that tapering for three weeks before a marathon will improve performance by 2-8%. For a person running a 3 hour marathon that equates to about 7-10 minutes. If you?re still not sure how much tapering matters consider what benefits you will gain if you do a really tough workout during the week before your marathon.
The art and science of tapering are just about the same. According to most experts the key to an effective taper is reducing volume but still keeping intensity. Take into consideration you own training volume and how long you usually take to recover from really hard workouts.
For the marathon reduce your volume by 20% three weeks before the marathon. Two weeks out reduce volume 40% and one week before the marathon reduce volume by 60%. Still keep you regular workouts during the taper but also reduce the amount of time or repetition by the same amounts.
Example of a three week taper for a 50-60mile runner. SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday Run 15resteasy 610x3min@Ieasy 5easy 610mi Tempo Easy 5resteasy58mi Tempoeasy 5easy56x3min@I Easy 10resteasy53x3min@Iresteasy3rest Marathon
There is a big psychological aspect to marathons. Whether you are running your first or your fiftieth marathon you need to feel confident that you are properly prepared. That is why it is important to adjust your taper to suit your own needs. The one area that should not be changed is the long run during the taper. During the last three weeks it is imperative not to run longer than 15 miles. Your body is prepared to run the full length of a marathon from your last long run of 20-22 miles. Adding an extra long run during your taper will only increase your finishing time. Or possibly cause you to hit the wall during the first half of the marathon.
author of Fatigue Nutrition & Endurance Exercise, Run2Fast, Ultimate Training Videos, and Marathon Breakthrough http://www.marathon-breakthrough.com
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