Good training for mini marathon?

StroppySu

Hey,

I've decided to run in this years mini-marathon. I want to train for it, but I actually dont enjoy running... I know that sounds strang since I'll be doing a mini-marathon, but I'm really only doing it to raise money. However as much as I dont enjoy running, I'd still like to be able to complete the mini-marathon by running the whole way... no outstanding time or anything, but no walking either.

So i was thinking of doing the following to train and was wondering if you would think this is sufficient, or would I need to actually start running to train for it?

Monday evening: 45 minute "Pump" class plus 15 mins on treadmill
Tuesday morning: 20 minutes on cross trainer
Wednesday evening: 45 minute "Skipping" class plus 15 mins on treadmill
Thursday evening: 45 minute "Pump" class plus 15 minutes on treadmill
Saturday morning: 20 minutes on treadmill, 20 minutes on cross trainer

Oryx

Sounds like youre doing a lot, but I dont know what those classes are.:)

Id say get out and run outdoors, as well as your treadmill. It feels very different and can take a little getting used to. Attempt to extend your running time beyond 15 mins. The 10k will take a good bit of time, if you want to run the whole thing, youll need to have done some longer runs than youre doing at the mo, just so you have a feel for a bit more distance.

aye

Oryx wrote: »

Sounds like youre doing a lot, but I dont know what those classes are.:)

Id say get out and run outdoors, as well as your treadmill. It feels very different and can take a little getting used to. Attempt to extend your running time beyond 15 mins. The 10k will take a good bit of time, if you want to run the whole thing, youll need to have done some longer runs than youre doing at the mo, just so you have a feel for a bit more distance.

agreed running outdoors is different to a treadmill.

if you are running a mini marathon, then train for it by running.

the classes will help with your aerobic system, but you need the muscle endurance that running requires also.

if insist on running on a treadmill put the incline on 3% or so, to mimic outdoor running.

bridmwhite@gmai

I'm assuming you're refering to the woman's mini marathon in June. If so unless you already have a qualifying time to get you into the runner's area you won't be able to run the whole thing it's just too crowded for the first 3k+. As you'll be well out the Merrion Road before you can break into any kind of run so as long as you can run 6k or so before the day you'll manage the mini-marathon.

StroppySu

Thanks bridmwhite, I wont be in the runners section so just going to start running whenever i have room!

To the other posters... i guess i knew deep down id have to start running outdoors to really train... was hoping it wouldnt be necessary though!

I might stick with my classes in the evenings and go for a run before work in the mornings instead. Dont know how long I'd last but hopefully I can build up before June.

Thanks for the advice everyone!