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Amy K.

Training for second half 9wks after 1st

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Just finished my first half marathon last weekend! It was an amazing experience! I followed a training program my PT sent me and felt well trained and ready.

I just signed up for another half in mid April. That is about 9 weeks from now.

So, how do I go about training for my next race? Do I just take it easy for week or two then jump back in? Just count back from my race and start my training based on how much time I have before my race?

I am not sure where to go from here.
Thanks!

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  Nanette V.

  You already have a strong base....so keep it up!

  Keep your weekly long run of at least 8-9 miles. Incorporate at least two 5-6 mile runs/week. And at least one cross-training, eg yoga, weights, biking.

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  Susan H.

  Amy it depends on your goal for the next race. Do you want to finish with about the same results, if so then you already have the plan. If you want to increase speed or if the next course has different elevation you may want to look at doing some track intervals or Hill training to add to your base miles. Either way it sounds like you are hooked...have a great race!

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