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MARINE CORPS MARATHON WOMEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION AGE 50-54

Author

COACH KIPRUNNING

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

WOMEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION
Age 50-54: Time 3hrs :55Min

Duration: 16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 4hrs 00Min to 3hrs 50Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi.

The training program described is specifically designed for individuals who:

- Want to qualify for the Boston Marathon in the age group of 50-54.
- Are looking to improve their running performance and potentially achieve a faster race time.
- Are willing to incorporate speed work into their training regimen.
- Are able to start the training with an 11-mile long run.
- Can comfortably complete a 32-mile week of training.
- Have a plan that includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and designated recovery days.
- Are prepared to run a total weekly distance of 43 miles, with the longest single run reaching 22 miles.
- Are committed to running 5 days a week.
- Have prior experience with marathon running, having completed at least 3 marathons.
- Are within the age range of 50-54 and can run a marathon in a time that qualifies them for the Boston Marathon in their age group (no more than 25 minutes slower than the qualifying time).
- The training plan is tailored based on the individual's qualification time for the Boston Marathon in the age group of 50-54.

This program is designed for experienced runners within the specified age group who are dedicated to achieving their goal of qualifying for and running the Boston Marathon.



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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x5
36mi 22mi
Day Off x1
—— ——
X-Train x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
36mi 22mi
Day Off
—— ——
X-Train
—— ——

Training Load By Week


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Wilson Komen

COACH KIPRUNNING LLC

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.


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