WOMEN QUALIFIER

Age 16-29: Time 3hrs :35
Duration: 16 Weeks:
Time Goal: 3hrs 15Min to 3hrs 45Min
Distance per week: 33Mi – 43Mi

The training plan described is tailored for experienced marathon runners who have qualified for the Chicago Marathon in the age range of 16-29, with specific criteria and goals in mind. Here is a summary of who the training is for based on the given criteria:

Training Target Audience:
- Individuals who have qualified for the Chicago Marathon between the ages of 16-29.
- Participants who are looking to enhance their running performance and potentially improve their race times.
- Those who are willing to incorporate speed work into their training regimen to build strength and endurance.
- Runners who are capable of starting the training with an 11-mile long run.
- Individuals who can handle a 33-mile total distance in the first week of training.
- Participants with a planned training schedule that includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and designated recovery days.
- Runners who are comfortable with a weekly long run distance of 43 miles, with the longest single run reaching 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 years of running experience.
- Participants who have qualified 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 are seeking to further develop their endurance, speed, and overall performance for the Chicago Marathon based on their qualifying times.