MEN QUALIFIER

Age 16-29: Time 3hrs :00 Min
Duration: 16 Weeks:
Time Goal: 3hr 10Min to 2hrs 46Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi

The training program described seems to be designed for individuals who meet the following criteria:

- Must have qualified for the Chicago marathon between the ages of 16-29.
- Have a goal of running strong and improving their marathon time.
- Interested in incorporating speed work into their training routine.
- Capable of starting with a 10-mile long run. - Able to run 32 miles in the first week of training.
- Training plan includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed sessions, and recovery days. - Weekly long run distance totals 43 miles, with the longest run being 22 miles.
- Able to commit to running 5 days a week.
- Have prior experience running marathons.
- Have several years of running experience and have completed more than 3 marathons.
- Qualify for the training based on the Chicago marathon qualification time achieved between the ages of 16-29.

This training program seems to be tailored for experienced marathon runners who have achieved a certain level of qualification at a younger age and are looking to improve their performance by incorporating structured training with a focus on speed work and long runs.