Thursday, August 30, 2012

2012 Double Dipsea Hike

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2012 Double Dipsea Hike, a set on Flickr.

2012 Rim 2 Rim 2 Rim

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2012 Rim 2 Rim 2 Rim, a set on Flickr.

Should You Race a Half Marathon Before a Marathon? | Active.com

Many marathoners schedule a half marathon tune-up race three to five weeks before a marathon. It can be a valuable tool to help you estimate your marathon finish time and gauge how well your fitness has progressed since the beginning of your training.
But is a half marathon a good idea for every marathoner?
The short answer is no—it depends on your fitness level and marathon goals. But unlike a lot of bad marathon training advice that will give you one cookie-cutter way of preparing, let’s see if you should race a half before your marathon.


Should You Race a Half Marathon Before a Marathon? | Active.com