MEN QUALIFICATION

Age 55-59: Time 3hrs :35Min
Duration: 16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 3hrs 40Min to 3hrs 30Min
Distance per week: 31Mi – 42Mi

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

1. Individuals aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon within the age range of 55-59 years.
2. Those who are looking to run strongly and potentially improve their marathon time.
3. Individuals who are willing to incorporate speed work into their training routine.
4. Those who are capable of starting the training with a 10-mile long run.
5. Individuals who are able to complete a total of 31 miles in a week of training.
6. Those who are open to following a structured plan that includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and designated recovery days.
7. Individuals who are prepared to cover a total weekly long run distance of 10 miles, with the longest single run being 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 55-59 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 individualized based on the individual's Boston Marathon age qualification time, ensuring that the training regimen is tailored to assist the individual in qualifying for the prestigious Boston Marathon.