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Dec 08 '09 by Hi my name is
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Has anyone ever ran a marathon??

I was thinking about trying to do one. Unfortunately I'm out of shape and I weigh about 270lbs. So doing one is something that even though is somewhat tangible its not going to be easy and I'm not sure if I can do it. I just need to something like this for motivation to feel like I've accomplished something in my life, plus at the weight I'm at I need to do it for health reasons.

How hard is it?

What I can I do to train?

And what other info could help?

Thanks

tesco on Dec 08 '09 at 10:51am

It's easy. Just stretch your legs a little bit before you start. Oh and drink some water about halfway through.

Hi my name is on Dec 08 '09 at 12:12pm

Okay

littlem on Dec 08 '09 at 12:16pm

hahaha tesco!!

umm, i've only run two half marathons and it's not easy.

but, you don't have to run the whole thing, you can walk/run/walk, etc.

there are training guides online. it really takes a toll on your body, so you should check with your doc if he/she thinks it's a safe goal for you. ask the doc for some recommendations on how to ease into the training.

you can do it!

littlem on Dec 08 '09 at 12:20pm

also, it is good to have a training buddy.

just set realistic goals for yourself! running a marathon is a monumental goal, even for people who are in decent shape. don't be discouraged if you only accomplish smaller goals. the road to being healthy is a goal in itself. :D

Hi my name is on Dec 08 '09 at 12:28pm

the road to being healthy is a goal in itself that was very motivational littlem!

littlem on Dec 08 '09 at 12:31pm

:D

thank you folks, i'll be here all day! hahaha

Tikimasters on Dec 08 '09 at 1:01pm

Realistically you're going to have to set a smaller goal for yourself then build from there. You stated you're out of shape but have you been doing any kind of running? If not then you'll want to do a few 5k races then move on to 10k and so forth. Going straight from no running to a marathon is dangerous and unhealthy. You can do it! I did.

Hi my name is on Dec 08 '09 at 1:08pm

I'm defiantly not doing a marathon any time soon. At the earliest I would like to be in shape enough to do a half marathon by the middle of next year and a full marathon sometime 2011. I really don't do any running. I play basketball 3 or 4 times a week and that is about it. I like the idea of a progression in the races.

My biggest concern or thought, other then the obvious just get out a run, is there other steps that would help me fulfill this goal.

aimcat on Dec 08 '09 at 3:48pm

Okay, so I haven't run a marathon yet...but one day would be nice. If you need inspiration, my friend ran across Africa to raise money for education and other various causes there. She is amazing by the way. Her name is Erin and she rocks. Here's the website. EVERYONE should check this out!!!!!!!

See Them Run

outline on Dec 08 '09 at 3:57pm

i actually ran a 40k last week! i am still trying to recover.

i try to do at least 2 or 3 marathons a year. i am horrible at training for them though, i usually just wing it.

outline on Dec 08 '09 at 3:59pm

oh, and yes for training buddies!

i drag my boyfriend along with me to do trial runs. he usually ends up cheating.

Hi my name is on Dec 09 '09 at 12:15pm

Wow you do 2 or 3 a year?!?! That is awesome!

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jaywalkergraphics on Feb 18 '10 at 12:23pm

outline on Dec 08 '09 at 3:57pm

i actually ran a 40k last week! i am still trying to recover.

40 x 2.2y = x

82.2y = x - distance

82.2y + distance = x(km/ft) x 3.14

. . .

Dude, that's far.

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