MEN QUALIFIERS
Age 35-39: Time 3hrs :05Min
Duration: 16 Weeks:.
Time Goal: 3hrs 10Min to 2hrs 47Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi
The training plan described is specifically tailored for individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Must have qualified for the Tokyo marathon in the age range of 35-39.
- Looking to improve their performance and run stronger.
- Interested in incorporating speed work into their training.
- Capable of starting the training with an 11-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 designated recovery days.
- The total weekly long run distance is 43 miles, with the longest single run reaching 22 miles.
- Can commit to running 5 days a week.
- Must have prior experience running marathons.
- Possess years of running experience and have completed more than 3 marathons.
- Qualification time for the Tokyo marathon should be within 25 minutes of the individual's age-based qualifying time (35-39 age group).
- The training plan is tailored based on the individual's qualifying time for the Tokyo marathon in the 35-39 age group.
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.