Competitor Level Archive
-
How to Run and Walk the Half Marathon
Posted on April 12, 2011 | 4 CommentsTIP #1: Approach the Half-Marathon by splitting it into two equal halves. The first half takes you to the 10-mile mark and the second half is the final 3.1 miles (5k). Now before you question my math skills, listen to my reasoning. The first 10... -
Why 60-75% Is Even MORE Important!
Posted on February 10, 2011 | No CommentsWhy 60-75% Is Even MORE Important! Repeat after me – Endurance. Aerobic Endurance. Gotta have it or you won’t have any fun out there. Face it. A half-marathon or a marathon is a long way. Pacing yourself evenly throughout the race is the fastest way... -
Why 85% Effort Is So Important
Posted on February 10, 2011 | No CommentsIn some of the more intense workouts you may see 85% as the suggested effort level. What does 85% mean and what’s the significance of that number? If you have read running magazines, books on running, or any of the hundreds of websites offering running... -
Boston Entry Changes?
Posted on January 2, 2011 | No CommentsBAA Discussing Changes to Boston Marathon Entry Process The Boston Globe With the 2011 Boston Marathon selling out in a record 8 hours 3 minutes in October, Boston Athletic Association officials are considering changes to its race registration process. After numerous meetings and research, the... -
2010-2011 Celebration, Orientation and Registration Night!
Posted on October 15, 2010 | No CommentsORIENTATION and REGISTRATION NIGHT! - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2010 5:30-7:30PM - Reed Opera House - Trinity Ballroom - Cocktail Hour, Appetizers, No-Host Bar - Training Program Orientation - Registration – Q&A and Social -
Newport Marathon June 5, 2010
Posted on June 15, 2010 | No CommentsCongratulations Team GFR Newport Marathon Runners! Raille Wilson 2:53:56 (6:39) Joel Turner 2:58:02 (6:48) Chris Erion 3:30:55 (8:03) Jennifer Kinkade 3:54:19 (8:57) Karen Rumrill 3:54:32 (8:57) Greg Burgess 4:06:13 (9:24) Rebecca Preston 4:43:47 (10:50) Brent Smith 4:44:34 (10:52) Alicia Mahrt 4:48:35 (11:01) Shelley Bokor 5:06:18... -
Competitor Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsCOMPETITOR LEVEL. For those committed to achieving top performance. Workouts suited for sub-3:45 and faster marathoners and sub-1:50 half marathoners. This plan balances racing and other endurance-based activities with a solid program of anaerobic sharpening and strength-endurance workouts to maximize training time. If you want...