Comments on: A Frugal Way to Train For Your First Half or Full Marathon http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/ Bible & Money Blog | Make money, budget, give, get out of debt, invest Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:15:57 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc By: Money Hacks Carnival #102: Build a New Blog Edition | Passive Income Now http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1875 Money Hacks Carnival #102: Build a New Blog Edition | Passive Income Now Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:49:43 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1875 [...] Best Free Budget Worksheets on the Internet posted at Personal Finance Analyst. Craig Ford presents A Frugal Way to Train For Your First Half or Full Marathon posted at Money Help For [...] [...] Best Free Budget Worksheets on the Internet posted at Personal Finance Analyst. Craig Ford presents A Frugal Way to Train For Your First Half or Full Marathon posted at Money Help For [...]

]]> By: Kate http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1651 Kate Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:25:39 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1651 There is also a stadium where I know people run. I'm trying to find out if/when it's appropriate for girls to go there... There is also a stadium where I know people run. I’m trying to find out if/when it’s appropriate for girls to go there…

]]> By: Kate http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1648 Kate Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:34:56 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1648 Growing up I was never "a runner." When I started dating my current boyfriend (who ran track in high school and stayed very active through college) I bought a pair of running shoes so that we could "go running together." Well, as luck would have it I've actually realized I like running. I ran my first 5k at the beginning of the last summer. The problem is that I'm not living in the US right now - I'm off teaching through the end of this summer in a place where, as a woman, I can't really "go running" in my city. My boyfriend and I had looked at a marathon that takes place at the end of October, but if I can't start training until August when I go back to the States, there's absolutely no way I'd ever be able to do it. As a gift my boyfriend sent me the P90X workout program, which is relatively intense, so I'm not a complete couch potato. My question is then, is there any way to start training for a marathon without being able to run out on the open road? (That sounds suspiciously like can I train for running a marathon without running - but that's not what I mean.) I live in a building with six floors and have read a number of articles talking about the endurance benefits of running stairs. Is there any kind of stair regimen that I could do in addition to the at home workouts (cardio/weight/yoga/pilates, about an hour per day) I already do that would be the equivalent to what one could do outside? This may be a ridiculous question, but if there are things I can be doing I want to do them rather than simply saying that I won't have any shot at being able to run the marathon in October (which incidentally is the same marathon my dad ran back in the 70s - he still has his shoes from it). Thanks for the input! Growing up I was never “a runner.” When I started dating my current boyfriend (who ran track in high school and stayed very active through college) I bought a pair of running shoes so that we could “go running together.” Well, as luck would have it I’ve actually realized I like running. I ran my first 5k at the beginning of the last summer.

The problem is that I’m not living in the US right now – I’m off teaching through the end of this summer in a place where, as a woman, I can’t really “go running” in my city. My boyfriend and I had looked at a marathon that takes place at the end of October, but if I can’t start training until August when I go back to the States, there’s absolutely no way I’d ever be able to do it.

As a gift my boyfriend sent me the P90X workout program, which is relatively intense, so I’m not a complete couch potato. My question is then, is there any way to start training for a marathon without being able to run out on the open road? (That sounds suspiciously like can I train for running a marathon without running – but that’s not what I mean.) I live in a building with six floors and have read a number of articles talking about the endurance benefits of running stairs. Is there any kind of stair regimen that I could do in addition to the at home workouts (cardio/weight/yoga/pilates, about an hour per day) I already do that would be the equivalent to what one could do outside?

This may be a ridiculous question, but if there are things I can be doing I want to do them rather than simply saying that I won’t have any shot at being able to run the marathon in October (which incidentally is the same marathon my dad ran back in the 70s – he still has his shoes from it).

Thanks for the input!

]]> By: Money Hacks Carnival #100! | Ultimate Money Blog- Save Green and Live Green! http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1620 Money Hacks Carnival #100! | Ultimate Money Blog- Save Green and Live Green! Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:07:51 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1620 [...] Ford presents A Frugal Way to Train For Your First Half or Full Marathon posted at Money Help For [...] [...] Ford presents A Frugal Way to Train For Your First Half or Full Marathon posted at Money Help For [...]

]]> By: 10 Cheap (or Free) Ways to Lose Weight http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1567 10 Cheap (or Free) Ways to Lose Weight Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:58:51 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1567 [...] Don’t wrongly justify spending a lot of money to get in shape.  I come to you today as a still small voice – it doesn’t take a lot of money to get in shape.  As an example, you can frugally train for a half or full marathon. [...] [...] Don’t wrongly justify spending a lot of money to get in shape.  I come to you today as a still small voice – it doesn’t take a lot of money to get in shape.  As an example, you can frugally train for a half or full marathon. [...]

]]> By: Yes, I Am Cheap http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1566 Yes, I Am Cheap Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:08:23 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1566 <strong>Festival of Frugality #212: New Beginnings Edition...</strong> I am hosting this week's Festival of Frugality #212: New Beginnings Edition. We're still in January and resolutions abound all over the blogosphere. I realize why we like resolutions so much. It's simply a chance to start all over again and make the... Festival of Frugality #212: New Beginnings Edition…

I am hosting this week’s Festival of Frugality #212: New Beginnings Edition. We’re still in January and resolutions abound all over the blogosphere. I realize why we like resolutions so much. It’s simply a chance to start all over again and make the…

]]> By: FFB http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1554 FFB Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:56:33 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1554 Yeah, I'm one of those crazies. Did the NYC full and half marathons. I'm a member of the NYRR and they have lots of great info on marathons, both 1/2 and full. I think the info is open to everyone so it's worth checking out their site. I used a map site that was similar to what you listed. Every weekend I would map out another run to make sure I was going a long enough distance. Use your town to its fullest extent! For running shoes, look up reviews of the best that's out there then check out stores like DSW (not sure if you have that). I was able to get my Asics for less. Also be on the lookout for last year's model which will be cheaper. I definitely buy Gatorade mix. Love it! I get my energy gel at a store that offers a discount to NYRR members. Not everyone can do this but it's worth looking into local running clubs and seeing if they provide discounts. I've found good running apparel at discount stores as well. Sometimes though it's worth paying for a good set of shorts or socks, especially if you are doing a long distance like a marathon. Chaffing is not fun and neither are blisters. I have a great pair of SmartWool socks that have lasted many a run! If you are doing long distance runs I'd suggest some kind of pack that allows you to carry extra water bottles and gels. You don't necessarily need it but I personally hate running with my hands full. Yeah, I’m one of those crazies. Did the NYC full and half marathons.

I’m a member of the NYRR and they have lots of great info on marathons, both 1/2 and full. I think the info is open to everyone so it’s worth checking out their site.

I used a map site that was similar to what you listed. Every weekend I would map out another run to make sure I was going a long enough distance. Use your town to its fullest extent!

For running shoes, look up reviews of the best that’s out there then check out stores like DSW (not sure if you have that). I was able to get my Asics for less. Also be on the lookout for last year’s model which will be cheaper.

I definitely buy Gatorade mix. Love it! I get my energy gel at a store that offers a discount to NYRR members. Not everyone can do this but it’s worth looking into local running clubs and seeing if they provide discounts.

I’ve found good running apparel at discount stores as well. Sometimes though it’s worth paying for a good set of shorts or socks, especially if you are doing a long distance like a marathon. Chaffing is not fun and neither are blisters. I have a great pair of SmartWool socks that have lasted many a run!

If you are doing long distance runs I’d suggest some kind of pack that allows you to carry extra water bottles and gels. You don’t necessarily need it but I personally hate running with my hands full.

]]> By: Lynn http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1551 Lynn Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:34:12 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1551 I find Gatorade a little too sugary for running, and a frugal substitute is a very small amount of salt in your water. 1/4tsp per quart or so, for the same results. A inexpensive source of shoes is Sierratradingpost.com where you can get last season's styles at about 40% off. It is important to get the right fit, and buying off the web can be tricky since you're not trying anything on. Many running shoes manufacturers feature a shoe fit feature on their sites, and I personally like Brooks running fit guide. This way you can find out if you pronate, or underpronate and get the right kind of support for your feet. For free music sorted by beats per minute, I love Podrunner. It is greatly motivating, and keeps you going a little further and faster than you thought you were capable of at times. I find Gatorade a little too sugary for running, and a frugal substitute is a very small amount of salt in your water. 1/4tsp per quart or so, for the same results.
A inexpensive source of shoes is Sierratradingpost.com where you can get last season’s styles at about 40% off. It is important to get the right fit, and buying off the web can be tricky since you’re not trying anything on. Many running shoes manufacturers feature a shoe fit feature on their sites, and I personally like Brooks running fit guide. This way you can find out if you pronate, or underpronate and get the right kind of support for your feet. For free music sorted by beats per minute, I love Podrunner. It is greatly motivating, and keeps you going a little further and faster than you thought you were capable of at times.

]]> By: Best of Personal Finance Roundup: How to Make Homemade Poptarts- Financial Eyes & Ears http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1544 Best of Personal Finance Roundup: How to Make Homemade Poptarts- Financial Eyes & Ears Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:09:32 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1544 [...] A Frugal Way to Train for Your First Half or Full Marathon — So you’ve decided to take the plunge and run in a marathon…good for you! Have you figured out how much you’ll spend yet on training? If not, this post is full of little-known tips, freebies, and resources for whipping you into shape on the cheap! Money Help for Christians [...] [...] A Frugal Way to Train for Your First Half or Full Marathon — So you’ve decided to take the plunge and run in a marathon…good for you! Have you figured out how much you’ll spend yet on training? If not, this post is full of little-known tips, freebies, and resources for whipping you into shape on the cheap! Money Help for Christians [...]

]]> By: Craig http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-1466 Craig Sat, 09 Jan 2010 10:11:37 +0000 http://www.moneyhelpforchristians.com/a-frugal-way-to-train-for-your-first-half-or-full-marathon/#comment-1466 I'm glad to know I'm not the only person in the world who has ever misspelled a word. The winter is tough. See my comments @Nicki. I wish you all the best. Just run like crazy and try not to kill yourself. I’m glad to know I’m not the only person in the world who has ever misspelled a word.
The winter is tough. See my comments @Nicki.
I wish you all the best. Just run like crazy and try not to kill yourself.

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