WOMEN QUALIFIER

Age 50-59: Time 4hrs :20Min
Duration:16 Weeks:
Time goal: 4hrs 25Min to 3hrs 50Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi

The training plan described is tailored for experienced marathon runners who have qualified for the Chicago Marathon in the age range of 50-59, with specific criteria and goals in mind. Here is a summary of who the training is intended for based on the provided details:

Training Target Audience:
- Individuals who have qualified for the Chicago Marathon between the ages of 50-59.
- Runners who are looking to maintain strong performance and potentially enhance their race times.
- Participants who are willing to integrate speed work into their training program to improve their speed, endurance, and overall running performance.
- Those capable of starting the training program with an 11-mile long run.
- Individuals who can handle a total distance of 32 miles in the first week of training.
- Participants with a structured training plan that includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and dedicated recovery days.
- Runners who are comfortable with a weekly long run distance of 43 miles, with the longest single run extending up to 22 miles.
- Those who can commit to running 5 days a week as part of their training routine.
- Experienced marathoners with a history of running multiple marathons and several years of running experience.
- Participants who qualify for the training plan based on their Chicago Marathon Age qualification time, with no more than a 25-minute deviation from the specified qualifying time for the age group.

The training plan is specifically designed to cater to the needs and capabilities of seasoned marathon runners within the specified age range who aim to enhance their endurance, speed, and overall performance for the Chicago Marathon based on their qualifying times.