Looking for a training program

Phar lap-

I understand where you are coming from. I ran 5k's for years and years before attempting marathons. And I only think I ran the marathon because people talked about it ALL the time.

But, we are all individuals...sometimes I wish I could move into something new and just be happy with completion. I was doing pretty good at the 5k distance when I got the marathon bug...just to try it once. What did I find? That in comparison to the running community.....I am a WAY better marathoner than 5K racer. Who knew? What if I would have "tried" that distance at 25 rather than 35? I've just learned how to run a marathon properly and sheeeeeet, I'm old!

A few years ago, I was saying the same thing as you.....why the hurry.....build the background. I'm changing my tune a little due to my age. I have wishes to move into multisport....but have reservations about leaving something I'm pretty good at to something that I "hope I could finish". I've developed an admiration to those that can say "bring on my NEW challenge".

I think personalities have alot to do with it.

sue

To all of you who have followed this thread.
I am deeply ashamed of myself for my second reply to Saraha. If I could delete it I would.
I had an issue, but I should have PM'ed Saraha rather than place it on a public forum.
I'm not as bad as my on line personality suggests and have since PM'ed Saraha to apologise in turn.

sounded like a passionate runner response to me.....don't kick yourself around. :P

good advise. I followed the Guru's advise for my first half and was really happy with the results! Good luck to you!!!