My First Half Marathon-Advice Welcome!

[DSG528]

Trying out a post to see if any motivation comes from this.

I have a history of starting new projects and never following through.

 

I'm 31 and signed up for my first half marathon, April 2nd.

 

I just got married in September and really want to complete this before we start having kids.  I used to be an avid runner, to help with stress.  Then I broke my ankle a couple years ago and since then, running has been on and off-nothing at all like it used to be.

Since I met my husband my gym time has gone from routine to non existent and I'm hoping this will get both of us back in the swing of things.

 

I will be training inside on the treadmill the majority of the time since it puts less stress on my ankle.

 

Any tips and recommendations are greatly appreciated!

 

Thank you and happy new year to all!

 

[Rob129]

The program C25K is a good program to ease you into running again. I believe that following it is the best shot you have at avoiding injury on the way to your half marathon. I recommend running every other day for the first part. About by week 3, I started running four times per week (with one day being a light jog or taking the dog for extra long walk).

 

If you can swing it a run clinic is a great investment. I learned quite a bit about some of the issues I have (quad dominant, not so good core strength, a bit asymmetry in leg length). I now spend time doing strengthening my core muscles. This will help me avoid injury and get to my target 5K pace (21 min). I have 5K coming up and later I'll pick up a half marathon.

 

For me running was something that you do at the gym; since I started the program, I really enjoy running (and all of the side benefits).

 

Rob