So, I've finally managed to start the Hanson marathon method.
Last week I clocked up 40 miles for the first time in about 9 months. I came through with no niggles or issues. To be fair it's only the second week of the plan so it shouldn't be too difficult (I missed the first due to a spasm in my back remember!).
Anyway, on the Tuesday I was supposed to run a speed session (12 x 400m fast) but didn't feel up for it. I considered whether I was biting off more than I could chew. So, I decided that I'd follow the training plan for the rest of the week (whilst adding in an extra session to make up for the missed speed session) and see how I felt. If it was too much then I'd choose a less strenuous plan.
By the weekend I was more conditioned to the rigours of the schedule and felt like I could follow it. So today I ran another speed session (8 x 600m fast) and came through tired but successful. This gives me confidence that I'll be able to complete the training and be ready for the marathon in October. Speed sessions are always hard and it takes a while for me to enjoy them but normally by the end of the training plan I look forward to them more than any other session. Maybe I'm a masochist! I do find they test you more than any other type of session, even tempo sessions are easier. Although, I have a tempo session on Thursday so I may be eating my words by then!
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