MEN QUALIFIER
AGE 60-64: TIME 3hrs :45Min
Duration: 16 Weeks:
Time Goal: 3hrs 35Min to 3hrs 50Min
Distance per week: 30Mi – 41Mi
The training is designed for individuals who have qualified for the London Marathon in the age group of 60-64 and are looking to run strong and potentially improve their time. This training program includes speed work and is tailored for those who can begin with a 10-mile long run and progress to running 30 miles in the first week of training.
The training plan incorporates various types of runs such as long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and recovery days. The weekly long run distances range from 10 miles in the first week to a maximum of 21 miles. Participants are expected to be able to run 5 days a week and should have previous marathon running experience, including participation in more than 3 marathons.
To qualify for this training program, individuals should have several years of experience in running marathons and should have achieved a qualifying time within 25 minutes of the London Marathon age qualification time for the 60-64 age group. The training plan is specifically tailored based on the individual's London Marathon age qualification time.
A competitive runner himself, Wilson Komen brings nearly a decade of experience to his coaching. He sees it as his mission to help all of his runners—new and experienced alike—maintain healthy, consistent training regimens that will lead to rewarding racing experiences.
Coach Wilson Komen is certified by the Road Runners Club of America.