Post by shellfish26 on Jan 27, 2015 14:40:15 GMT -5
I am seeing my PT tonight, but it looks like I might be taking a 2 week break to allow my foot to heal. It's just not getting better, and we both agree that this might be a good time to do it, especially since we will be on vacation the week of Feb. 7, so it won't be a 30+ mile week anyway.
I hope I can explain clearly. My hope is to do one more 20 miler (I just did one this past weekend) and one 22ish miler. We already have plans to do the 22ish miler on Feb. 28. So, I am trying to figure out the best way to structure my long runs.
This is what my plan calls for:
1/31: 16-18
2/7: 18-20
2/14: 14-16
2/21: 16-18
2/28: 20-22
3/7: 14-16
3/14: 10-12
So, assuming that the next 2 runs on the list aren't happening, how would you plan the long runs from 2/14 on? Oh, the marathon is March 22.
I was planning to start back up again with a long run on 2/16 (Monday), and then do another long run the following Saturday (2/21). Is this a bad idea?
Depending on foot healing, I'd probably just jump back in the weekend (or Monday) of Feb 14. It is a back off week, but not too high after taking 2 weeks off. If you really aren't feeling it I'd drop to 13, but probably not lower than that.
I suck at actually following training schedules and like to wing it occasionally, so grain of salt.
Personally I would just skip the two weeks and leave everything the same. I don't think it would really benefit you to try to squeeze in one more 20-miler.
As much as it sucks, I think you would be better off not pushing yourself and risking reinjury by finding time for your 20-miler.
Personally I would just skip the two weeks and leave everything the same. I don't think it would really benefit you to try to squeeze in one more 20-miler.
As much as it sucks, I think you would be better off not pushing yourself and risking reinjury by finding time for your 20-miler.
Yep, this is what I was going to say too. I think if you start trying to play catch-up and squeeze in another 20 miler, especially after an injury, you're not really setting yourself up for success.
I've got to agree with the ladies above. I think three runs of 20 + is great if everything goes really smooth in your training, but real life happens. If you get sick or hurt it is better to readjust. Honestly, two runs of 20 + is still great. I would be conservative with your first long run back. Maybe run for time instead of distance -- say 2 or 2.25 hours depending on your pace and how you feel. Then stay with your schedule if your foot feels good, and back off if it doesn't. Good luck, and I hope the time off helps you heal!