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Frequently
Asked Questions
- I have never run/walked competitively before, can I really
train to run/walk my first marathon?
Many of
our runner/walkers have never been avid runners before. Most people even with no prior
experience can finish a marathon provided they follow a structured, progressive training
program start to finish, without falling off of the training program. It is a matter of
future commitment more than a matter of previous prowess.
- I don’t know the first thing about running, diet, shoes
etc., and don’t want to look foolish in trying this. Will any advice be given
regarding these topics?
Yes! Most all of our
participants are beginners to novices at running/walking, so don’t feel like you are
the only one. We provide seminars on all of these topics and have experts come in to teach
you all that you will need to know concerning the information regarding training for a
marathon. We will teach you more than most avid runners know before the program is
through.
- I feel that I am very slow. What if I can’t keep up
with the rest of the group?
Our programs are
designed to teach you to finish, not to necessarily do it fast. Don’t worry
about your speed. You will be in good company as many of our runners intend to run/walk
the marathon. The goal is to finish a marathon, and that is lofty enough. You can worry
about breaking world records when you attempt your second marathon!
- Oh, by the way, how long is a marathon? Can I do a half
marathon?
A marathon is 26.2 miles long. And
yes,most of the marathons we train for have a ½ marathon run the same day. Either
distance is a remarkable accomplishment.
- How long is the training program?
The training program is 20 to 25 weeks long depending on which marathon you
decide to train for.
- How often do we meet?
As a group we only meet once a week! We meet every Saturday at 8am at a
selected site to run/walk a distance. We start at 2 miles and work up to 20 miles over the
20 weeks. At each meeting we will have a brief seminar on a topic related to training for
a marathon and then we run/walk. It is usually over in 1 to 3 hours, depending on how far
we are running/walking that day.
- That can’t be it, what about the rest of the training?
You’re right! At the Saturday morning runs, we will give you a weekly
running/walking training schedule to be run on your own. You will typically be required to
run/walk 4 to 5 days per week. All of your run/walks are based on "time" not
distance. This makes it very convenient to train, in that you don’t have to map out
distances. You can fit the training into the most hectic of schedules, because you can run
anywhere and anytime you can fit it in.
- What if I have to miss a Saturday or two due to schedule
conflicts?
That is O.K., just let your coach
know which meetings you can’t make and he/she will get you all the missed information
you need. As long as you make up the run/walk missed on that Saturday, you will be fine.
You should try to attend as many Saturday run/walks as you can, however.
- Do I have to wait to get my questions answered on Saturdays?
Are coaches only available then?
No! We pride
our programs on the fact that our coaches are always accessible to your questions. You can
call us, fax us, e-mail us etc., throughout the week. Someone will get a hold of you as
soon as possible. This is a group training program, but we are always available for
individual needs and questions.
- .Why should I do this?
People run marathons for a lot of reasons. Some do it to test themselves.
Some do it to get in shape. Some do it for another person or cause dear to them. Some do
it as a vacation get away! Some have no idea why they are doing it, but do it nonetheless!
The one common thing we can promise is that it will change your life… in a way
that will make your life so much more enjoyable, regardless of the reason you started in
the first place. Ask someone who has done it and check out our
runner
testimonials. They will tell you, it is an accomplishment you remember for a
lifetime.
Still Have
Questions?
Phone us:
480.358.0488
E-mail us:
Coaching Questions - brian@1stmarathon.com
Program Questions - brian@1stmarathon.com
Web site feedback - webmaster@1stmarathon.com
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