tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post6488611165040247076..comments2023-11-24T09:26:48.721-05:00Comments on The Emerging Runner: Committing to the distance(s)The Emerging Runnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-79411317622596255162012-02-01T10:39:25.418-05:002012-02-01T10:39:25.418-05:00Finishing an easy run fast has become one of my no...Finishing an easy run fast has become one of my normal methods, though I do much better with it on middle and short distances. Fueling is indeed crucial, I've learned my lesson that glycogen and electrolyte depletion guarantee a bad result. <br /><br />My standard meal the night before a race has become a slice of pizza. In the morning I'll have a 300 calorie bar (Cliff or ProMax) about two hours before the start. If it's a 10K, I'll have a gel 20 mins before the start and another about 45 minutes into the race. <br /><br />You're likely done by then!The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-12731840791765455302012-01-31T18:27:07.966-05:002012-01-31T18:27:07.966-05:00I don't know about the Bethpage bike trail, s...I don't know about the Bethpage bike trail, sorry. I usually do my long runs at Sunken Meadow or around my neighborhood.<br />Run the first 7 miles about 90 seconds slower per mile. I always try and finish my long runs strong. The key is to start out real easy.<br />The idea is to condition your body to be able to handle an increase in energy demand after you have already consumed a good amount of your reserves. Proper fueling is key before any long run. Try different foods to see what gives you the most energy. I found boiled potatoes and pasta works best for me.paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17612562696803413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-16739822521818641362012-01-31T11:42:17.158-05:002012-01-31T11:42:17.158-05:00I agree on longer weekend runs. Do you know if Bet...I agree on longer weekend runs. Do you know if Bethpage bike trail is open? That's my best course for long runs because it allows for 10+ miles out and back. I like the idea of 7 easy and 3 at half marathon pace. But I wonder if I could even maintain that at this point.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-8748256472940678822012-01-30T20:51:53.930-05:002012-01-30T20:51:53.930-05:00My recommendation would be to increase your distan...My recommendation would be to increase your distance on the weekend long runs. You should run a few 10 milers between now and May. <br />One thing to try during the long run is to go out easy for the first 7 miles and then run the last 3 at Half Marathon race pace.<br />I find that running most of my long runs nice and easy is fine. As long as you cover the distance your body will get conditioned for the longer race.paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17612562696803413049noreply@blogger.com