tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post8777854032436182593..comments2024-03-21T12:33:45.463+08:00Comments on HAPPIEFEET: Marathon PreparationNick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)http://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-76298162303025234212011-08-12T22:13:26.447+08:002011-08-12T22:13:26.447+08:00Jamie - Thanks for that bit of advise, trust me, i...Jamie - Thanks for that bit of advise, trust me, it's much appreciated.<br /><br />I'm trying the endurance approach, to see how long my legs can keep going. I tend to concentrate too much on my pace and speed and though I know it's not going to help at all in the long run.<br /><br />I'm slowly learning to ignore my times and just keep going on and on and on like that Energizer bunny ... LOL!<br /><br />I'll definitely be putting in those longs runs, hopefully I'll be able to actually do it :DNick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-51932918099598374302011-08-11T23:11:28.291+08:002011-08-11T23:11:28.291+08:00You're right, it can be downright daunting. Bu...You're right, it can be downright daunting. But like what Francis said, for the first one, just concentrate on building up the mileage. Sprinkle in the other types just to keep things fresh. Otherwise it'll be darn boring. <br /><br />Next is something which 80% of first timers never follow ie not to set a goal time.<br /><br />Most important of all are the long runs, aimed at conditioning the legs to keep working 3-4-5 hours come race day. I focused on speed so much that while I had it, I totally lost out on long runs and mileage leading to cramps. Cramps in my opinion can be attributed to lack of conditioning as much as on electrolyte imbalance. Most will blame fueling but if one takes an honest look at the log, the reason could be the lack of long runs too. Like in my case.<br /><br />So get those long runs in - the more you invest in them the lesser the pain on race day. When you run those, keep the pace easy. The aim is "time on foot" not speed.<br /><br />Will be eager to follow your training!Jamie Panghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06558169666172129255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-75269682774060142082011-08-09T17:49:49.662+08:002011-08-09T17:49:49.662+08:00Neoh - I've been wanting to start my FM traini...Neoh - I've been wanting to start my FM training for ages and this looks like the perfect time to do it :D<br /><br />I was actually thinking of the RJM but it's just too soon for me. I'll try that next year :D<br /><br />All the best in the RJM.Nick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-721231666331042272011-08-08T10:43:56.474+08:002011-08-08T10:43:56.474+08:00It's good to hear you're starting to plan ...It's good to hear you're starting to plan for a FM. PBIM and SCMS are both good choice, but the down side of PBIM is the starting time at 2am, and the SCMS is very packed race (can you imagine 20k people running the FM, and the place is selling fast).<br /><br />I am starting my training for RJM and I am aware that I will not be able to have a good preparation on this Marathon. So, I will just take it easy and enjoy the 5~7 hours on my feet, dropped my plan and I am going with my gut feeling now.<br /><br />Happy running.Neohhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04334750966815194986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-84674771639051184672011-08-06T16:07:37.667+08:002011-08-06T16:07:37.667+08:00Francis - I'm actually seriously thinking abou...Francis - I'm actually seriously thinking about the PBIM for my first FM.<br /><br />Thanks for the tips. It's always good hearing from you guys who are FM runners on how to actually train for one.Nick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-13000867099314734312011-08-06T12:44:34.796+08:002011-08-06T12:44:34.796+08:00PBIM in Nov is a good one to consider for FM. Or p...PBIM in Nov is a good one to consider for FM. Or perhaps the SCMS in Dec. It can be quite bewildering figuring out the training programs. Just too much information out there. But what u hv written there is a good start. Essentially, long runs, tempo and intervals in that order of importance. It's all about the mileage no matter what ppl tell u. Good luck in the preparation!francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01108973236751201272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-78791778992697106832011-08-06T10:11:46.557+08:002011-08-06T10:11:46.557+08:00Lina, True also. But you know me la, itching for r...Lina, True also. But you know me la, itching for races one ... hahaha!Nick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6252197520846896621.post-57313781272136932202011-08-06T09:17:45.672+08:002011-08-06T09:17:45.672+08:00Ala Nick. If got run this month, Muslims cannot jo...Ala Nick. If got run this month, Muslims cannot join lah.... Then less participants to the run. xD<br /><br />Anyway, all the best with your preparation! :)linahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17273605189937933589noreply@blogger.com