Friday, December 20, 2013

Eugene Half Marathon Plan

I am on my way down to Eugene so I thought I would process my thoughts here.
Recent Runs: I had a great 12 miler. I averaged 8:53 overall, but if I kept going at the 8:30 pace I was currently running, I would finish a half in 1:53.
I ran 4x800 at around 3:32 overall. It felt good to run that fast. Ibwas tired for my Tuesday and Wed runs, so I rested Thurs and Fri. I did play a little soccer last night. Not sore today.

My goal:
1. Finish under 1:50
2. Finish under 1:55
3. Finish under 2 hours
4. Finish strong. :-)

Heart rate plan:
I haven't had my strap for a few runs, so this will be interesting.
First 2 miles- run in the low 9's, heart rate under 175
Miles 3-10 - average 8:20's to 8:30's, stay under 190. Aim for low 180's
Last 3,1- bust out the 8's! Finish strong! Can run in the 190's.

It will be interesting to report how it goes! Wish me luck!

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