Have to get ready to run a marathon but...?

Question

i have (seriously between my job and summer school) no time to actually run! but i can do exercises during breaks (but i still have to stay inside..) what kind of exercises would you recommend?? please don't say get up early in the morning, bc i'm sure exercises can work just as well as the actually running...so any ideas???

Answer 1

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I agree with both above writers.

To get ready for marathon, there is nothing other than run run run that will prepare you for it.

Typical marathon runner will run average of 20-40 miles per week for a number of weeks of training, then increase to 40-50 miles two weeks prior to the race, then taper off the week before the race.

Running such long distance allows your heart and your lungs to be prepared for the race. It also accommodatew your muscle and bones for the pressure of 26 miles of pounding - up to 10000 steps. It also teaches you to learn to manage your fluid intake - so you know how much water/sports drink you need to drink. More importantly, it helps you mentally ready for the race. It is very boring to be out there for 3-5 hours. Training at least get you to get used to 1-2 hours.

You just have to get up early or stay up late for the training. Either that or delay the race. Please never go to a race unprepared - that's a very good way to get you into a hospital.

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19 marathons, Marathon Medicine

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damn it! that's not what i wanted to hear..lol but thanks.

Answer 2

Sorry, but nothing will prepare you for a marathon except for actual running. You're going to need the time for training, so maybe now isn't a good time to train for a marathon....it's hard work and can take up a good part of your time. Maybe start with a 5k, 10k, or even half-marathon.

You don't want to show up for your first marathon and not be able to finish or worse yet get seriously injured trying to. It should be something you are prepared for and will enjoy doing.

Either way, I wish you good luck.

Answer 3

You are sadly mistaken and due for a real disappointment if you try to run 26 miles with a training regimen that includes jumping jacks and lunges. You won't even be using the same muscles.

There's nothing that prepares you physically nor MENTALLY than putting in the miles.

Source(s):

San Antonio Marathon, 1988

Answer 4

A) You are not as busy as you think.
B) A marathon is ONLY for people who are serious, if not fanatic, runners! If you are not logging regular training runs of at least ten miles, don't even THINK about it! With less than adequate prep you will either quit early (the smart thing to do) or get hurt.