WOMEN QUALIFIERS
Age 40-44: Time 3hrs :40Min
Duration:16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 3hrs 45Min to 3hrs 35Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi.
The training plan outlined is designed for an individual who meets the following criteria:
- Must have qualified for the NYC marathon in the Age 40-44 category.
- Is aiming to run strong and improve their marathon time if possible.
- Wants to incorporate speed work into their training routine.
- Is capable of starting the training with an 11-mile long run.
- Can comfortably run 32 miles in the first week of training.
- Plans to incorporate long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and designated recovery days into their training schedule.
- Aims to cover a total of 42 miles per week, with the longest single run reaching 22 miles. - Is committed to running 5 days per week.
- Should have prior experience running marathons.
- Possesses several years of running experience and has completed more than 3 marathons.
- Their qualifying time for the NYC marathon in the Age 40-44 category is no more than 25 minutes slower than the qualifying standard.
The training plan is specifically tailored based on their NYC marathon Age qualification time. This training program is ideal for an experienced marathon runner in the 40-44 age group who is dedicated to improving their performance and achieving their goals at the NYC marathon.
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.