proud of my time of 3.28.47. Running for CLIC (Cancer & Leukaemia in Childhood), I hope to raise nearly £3000, so crossing the finish line was my goal and a decent time a bonus.My best moment was seeing family and friends along the route - it really gave

. Nor should you use the table to pick out some illusory or goal pace. You must train at the pace calculated from your current racing performance. Only after your race performances improve should you drop down to faster training paces.While training

slashing precious seconds off their most vital statistics, but becoming an addict to that rush isn’t best for you in the long run. "Expecting consistent progress is terrible for motivation as it’s simply not possible, from beginners to Olympic athletes

only ever do a first marathon once. Many, many thanks for all the support and encouragement. Diana D, 5:32 This was my first Marathon, and I am a beginner, having started running last October. I haven't ruled out doing another one, and it was certainly

of schedule for my LSRs. I did 20m last week. What should I do now for my LSRs - do 20/22 every other week and shorter in between? Is there any merit in doing more than 22 or as a beginner will I burn out (think I know the answer!) 2. In terms of deciding my

by former Olympian Jeff Galloway recommends that not only beginners, but also faster marathon runners, run just three to four days a week. Weekly mileage peaks at 31 to 41 miles, depending on your goal time. Galloway reports that 99 per cent of his plan

Goal: sub-4:00 Mentor: Steve Smythe Sport scientist: Gareth Turner Forum nickname: AndyV Age: 34 Running for: 1 year No. of marathons: 0

skived off and good if I did it. You need lots of achievable short term goals on the way to maybe one or two longer term goals. And lots of rewards too. – Sam.I injured my toe in October/November and couldn't run for over six months. I put on a stone

of them injury-free. You may need to alter your goals regarding PBs but maybe use the London as a training run to conserve some energy for Rome. Good Luck! - Slimline chipsA couple of years ago I did the New Forest Marathon in 4:21 and four weeks later did

, it keeps me away from the fags, and I get a bath followed by a lush roast dinner after my long Sunday runs. Kerry Wilkinson 2 Join the thread Post-Marathon Goals I'm excited about competing in my first FLM this year, but I'm already casting my mind