Only one percent of the population has ever run a marathon (26.2 miles). Many have considered it, some have even started marathon training programs, but motivation to stick through to completion can be difficult to come by. I recommend starting with a shorter goal, the 5k (3.1 miles).

On December 21, 2009, I will be starting a 16 week training program for the Carlsbad 5000. This will be my fourth running of this race, and hopefully my fourth Personal Record on this course. 

2007 - 20 minutes, 2008 - 19 minutes 2 seconds, 2009 - 18 minutes 15 seconds, 2010 - 17:30 Goal

If you are not already planning on doing this event, why not register now. Whether you are just getting off the couch or you are a seasoned athlete, I can help you with a training program that will result in setting Personal Records.

Carlsbad 5000

The race started out very cold, 29 degrees, and finished much the same, 38 degrees. From mid-point to the finish we faced 15+ mph headwinds, making the race even more difficult. I typically warm up after about two miles at a steady pace, but my legs felt stiff and heavy the entire 26 miles 385 yards.

While I did not meet all of my goals (sub 3 hour race, win Clydesdale division), in all it was a good day. I did run a Boston qualifying time of 03:07:20 (gun time) and placed 3rd in Clydesdales division.

This was my last scheduled race as a Clydesdale (I weighed in at 211.5) as I am planning on dropping down to about 180# to gain more speed. 

My next scheduled race is the Carlsbad 5000 in April 2010.