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CIM MARATHON MEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION AGE 45-49

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CIM MARATHON MEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION AGE 45-49

Author

COACH KIPRUNNING

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

MEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION

Age 45 - 49: Time 3hrs :10Min
Duration: 16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 3hrs 20Min to 3hrs :00Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 43Mi.


The training plan outlined is intended for individuals who meet the following criteria:

1. Individuals who are aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon within the age range of 45-49 years.
2. Those who are focused on running strongly and potentially improving their marathon time.
3. Individuals who are willing to integrate speed work into their training routine.
4. Those who are capable of commencing the training with an 11-mile long run.
5. Individuals who can comfortably complete a 32-mile distance within the first week of training. 6. Those who are open to following a structured plan involving long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and dedicated recovery days.
7. Individuals who are prepared to cover a total weekly distance of 43 miles, with the longest single run reaching 22 miles.
8. Those committed to running at least 5 days per week.
9. Individuals with prior experience in running marathons, having completed more than 3 marathons.
10. Individuals within the age range of 45-49 with a marathon qualifying time that is no more than 25 minutes slower than the Boston Marathon age qualification standard for that age group.

The training plan is specifically crafted based on the individual's Boston Marathon age qualification time, ensuring that the training is appropriately tailored to facilitate qualification for the prestigious 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 Run
36mi 22mi
Rest Day Off
—— ——
Crosstrain 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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