Marathon Training

Details:

  • Marathon training orientation is Saturday, June 25, 2011
  • Marathon Clinics by the coach are once a month on Saturdays June 25, July 23, August 20, September 17, and October 22 after the morning run.
  • Marathon running instructional clinic with the coach and printed instructional materials will be provided by the club.
  • Each marathon clinic will cover different aspects of marathon running and training.
  • Those running for charities are welcome to train with ERPTC!
  • Club members should sign-up for the ING NYC Marathon and training events.
  • All training events will be published on the club's event calendar.
  • Marathon training runs - including tempo runs and long runs.
  • Runs scheduled at locations of NYC Marathon.
  • Gels and snacks provided by club for some long runs.

Requirements:

  • Runners must be running at least 3 times a week and 15-20 miles a week at the beginning of training.
  • No previous marathon experience necessary.
  • Injury free. It is recommended seeing a physician for a check-up prior to training.

Were'nt accepted in the marathon lottery? Run for a charity.
Anyone who was not accepted in the marathon lottery can also get into the NYC Marathon by running for a charity. Running for a charity is also good for anyone accepted into the marahton. See NYRR's list of official charities for more information. Those running for charities are welcome totrain with ERPTC!

Marathon Clinic Documentation:

Clinic #1

Clinc #5