Thank you, Michael - same to you!

It's truly been amazing working with him! I think he was at his wit's end when he reached out to me...but he believed in the process, followed the guidance, asked questions...and he did it! I don't think I said in the video, but he also ran NYC 8 weeks later as a fun run and he did so well. I LOVE that you are back to it and also great you have a longer term plan to build to the distance! No need to rush!

@runningwithjane Oh, my! I don't think I could do the distance as a fun run. I figure that Boston Qualifying times adjust as you get older, but a 5:00 or 5:30 mile is still the time, so the focus is on shorter distances faster and then worry about the long ones.

Hey Daniel! It's tough. And it's OK if it isn't perfect all at once in the beginning...think of it as a transition. Should feel super comfortable/VERY conversational. If that's where you're at, you're doing it right.

@runningwithjane thank you Jane for the encouragement, appreciate it very much. Keep running 😊

​@@runningwithjane it's super comfortable Jane and very conversational like I can run forever. But this is the toughest thing, other runners looking at me with a weird looks 😂 but at the end of the session I'm the only one who's still running in that area. Where did everybody go 😂

Hi Amy! So glad you found the stories inspiring! I'm so proud of you for getting back doing something you love after having your kids! Mine was a decade off and 3 kids later just like you. Wishing you best of luck in your training and at your marathon and yes, please reach out when you are ready!

Thank you, Ted!! You're the coolest - lucky I get to work with you!

Hmm, that should not happen. Are you sure that your tool is measuring accurately?? Apple watches, for example, are often all over the place. What you're describing is typically a tell-tale sign that measurements are off. If you don't already have a chest strap, I would recommend getting one.

Thanks, Layne!! They crushed it for sure!!

Yep, this is true! When you're new it's fine to go out on the shorter distances and just go for it and see what happens, but when you want to start focusing on improvement, managing effort well over the full distance, you have to start figuring it out.

That's amazing - huge level up!!

That's the goal - if they can do it, anyone who wants to do it too as long as they are willing to put in the time, commitment and learning how to put the pieces together.

Glad to hear you're starting early! Intentional training and building volume with consistency through the block should help with the level up you're seeking!

That's a VERY hard course to negative split! There are always those few courses exceptions to the rule. NYC is also a tough one to negative split.

Hope the cold weather running improves for you!

Awesome work, Luissa!

Ugh yes, cold winter wind can be cruel! All the right gear helps!

I've heard mixed! I think it's typically a bit better than wrist-based because it can be easier to get that snug fit that's needed. But I have people whose Garmins are very accurate. My Forerunner 55 has always measured super well. Chest is supposed to be the best.

On windy days, definitely covering the face is super important.

Yes, agree!! Negative split should be pretty close to even!

Hey Richard - I'm so sorry to hear that. Curious if you practiced the fueling you did on race day? The more closely you align it during training runs, the more acclimated you are on race day. Doesn't mean there are never issues, but that's your best bet. May also be that you need to try a different type of fuel.

@@runningwithjane yes i practiced during all of the LR's but i never did have any success. tried Maurten and precision fuel this training block. im coming back from 3 years off but even back then i had problems. i tried Untapped syrup in the past. i think im going to try that this next training block and try to force in the 60g an hour during training. i was thinking about trying that Huma but i hate to keep buying different brands

@@runningwithjane yes practiced through the block and had the same issues about 4 gels in. but it got to close to the race to change. tried two brands during training and had the same issue

So glad you found it helpful, Leslie! That's so exciting! What half will you be running?

@@runningwithjane I'll be running the Indianapolis Mini Marathon, and I won the lottery yesterday. I'll also be running the Chicago Marathon. I'm considering your one-on-one coaching for the marathon. When should I complete the intake form if I plan on starting my marathon training in June?

@@Leslie_Karenna Congrats on getting into Chi, Leslie, that's awesome! You're welcome to complete the intake form any time or even just email me with when you might want to start or get questions answered, etc. Otherwise, I'd just say reach out by April at the latest in case there is a waitlist and to get you on it. Look forward to connecting. [email protected]

Wow, 3 years in a row!! It really was such a fun experience!

That's awesome, Patty! When you go slow most of the time, you can get in a lot more volume which makes you a faster runner over long distances!! What marathon do you have coming up?

Hey Jose - I'm thinking of doing a live next week or week after to kick off the new year discussing this topic. Race planning for 2025 essentially and how it all fits together. Would that be helpful? In the past I've done Friday afternoons for lives.

@ awesome! Looking forward to it! Thanks! And happy festivities Jane.

All relative! That was a fast day for me for sure and put a ton into the training the couple of years prior to that.

Thanks!! I took German in high school...too bad I remember nein! 😂

@runningwithjane Any time. I took it in college, and I can only remember eine bitte.

Thank you so much!

Hi Ken! So if you are newer, I would not worry about looking at your HR right now. Just focus on trying to find a pace you can sustain for awhile. And every week you can work on being able to go farther and farther. Being new, yes, your HR is going to spike. And if you FEEL you need a walk break it's ok to take one, but also start pushing yourself to go longer. THEN, after a few months of that you'll make a lot of progress and start eyeing your HR more.

Thank you so much!

Thank you, Gary!! I’m thrilled for the opportunity.

You are fitter just for having done that volume!! PRing my 10k during my CIM training block in 2021 was definitely a big AHA of that. The half will still be hard...because races always are...but I bet you will naturally feel better at your old paces and will surprise yourself!! So are you saying you are running a 14-15-miler as part of your half training block? Because that is a great way to go!

@@runningwithjane Yep, I will probably throw in an "old" 15-mile training run before the next half-marathon race (March?) and see where that takes me. In retrospect, I guess it's always been sort of a taboo-like mental block for me; that is, not wanting to run more in training than the total amount of miles on race day, at least for the half. And as to your point regarding your 10K P.R. during marathon training, I can understand that in a way; since NYC (not counting my first run afterward!), my intermediate runs have sort of been coming more naturally in terms of output and pace - not necessarily easier, but just in better rhythm, and subtly, to be sure.

That is a amazing!! Congrats, Scott!

Glad it was helpful, Joanne!! Hopefully will come in handy this Sunday!

Glad you found it helpful! Wishing you best of luck at Rocket City, Anthony!!

The training is much more doable for sure!!

The more you practice it in training the easier it becomes. And I think people would surprise themselves with how well they could do with this if they had to ditch the watch for a race. Me included!! I've thought about doing that at some point...we'll see!