MEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION
Age 18-34: Time 3hrs :00
Duration: 16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 3hrs 05Min to 2hrs 45Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi
The training plan outlined appears to be aimed at individuals between the ages of 18-34 who aspire to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Here is a summary of who the training is intended for:
- Individuals aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon in the age range of 18-34.
- Those seeking to enhance their running performance and potentially achieve a better race time. - Participants interested in integrating speed work into their training routine.
- Capable of commencing the training with a 10-mile long run.
- Should be able to cover a distance of 32 miles in the first week of training.
- Training plan includes a mix of workouts such as long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed sessions, and dedicated recovery days.
- The weekly long run distance totals 43 miles, with the longest single run reaching 22 miles.
- Must be willing to commit to running 5 days per week.
- Preferably have prior experience with marathon running.
- Recommended to have several years of running experience and have completed more than 3 marathons.
- Age should not exceed 25 minutes over the qualified time for the Boston Marathon in the 18-34 age group.
- The plan is customized based on the individual's qualifying time for the Boston Marathon in the 18-34 age category.
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.