Georgia-based running coach Rogelio Quintanar — whose work with our Carissa Liebowitz has helped her get in shape for the Boston Marathon, among other races — joins our live discussion today to answer your questions about running, training, staying fit and challenging ourselves until races come back.
Curious about an aspect of training, or have a question you’ve always wanted to ask about running — especially now, when goals are shifting for many of us? Here’s your chance. — Terrell
Update: Thanks everyone! We’ve wrapped up the live part of today’s discussion — Rogelio had to step away for a bit — but he’ll reply to your questions later today, so please post them below if you have one. Thank you!
I've been an assistant Middle School Cross Country coach for 2 years. This year, I've been given the title as Head Coach due to our previous leader's decision to spend more time with family. I'm a bit nervous about taking over. Any books, blogs, websites, advice or contacts that would help would be greatly appreciated.
I am starting my first running streak tomorrow for 41 days of at least one mile a day. Is it okay to train for a half marathon over a 4 month time frame at the same time? Thank you.
Hello Coach! I am training for my first trail race series. My first race is now 8/15/20 and it is 3 miles. I have run a race where part of it was road and a small portion of it was trail. I began training and am going to a local trail and power walking it (my husband says my walk is faster that some people's run! lol) and my time today was 37:31 which has progressively gotten better and the route is 3 miles. I am also on my days off from trail training, I am still road running approximately 2.5 miles as I have had some medication issues but this too is getting better as time passes. My question is how soon do you think I should begin running this training trail? Any assistance would be appreciated.
Good Morning! I have a question regarding the great debate of incline vs. low/no incline when forced to run on the treadmill. Two days this week due to heavy wind and rain I used the treadmill and don't care for it at all, but I've heard so many varying opinions on the necessity or not of adding incline to make it "equal" with road running.
Also, what are your thoughts on fartleks for building speed vs. tempo runs? THANK YOU!!
Hi Rogelio! I’ve just gotten back into running after the birth of my daughter to years ago. I’ve done a little bit, only up to the 10 K mark. How can someone gauge if their body is ready to go for longer distances? I’m considering training for a half marathon but not sure.
The biggest issue I am grappling with right now as a newbie ultra distance runner (2 50Ks under my belt the past 6 months, averaging 40-60 miles/week or 8-11 hours of running) is weight. I was over 220 lbs about 2 years ago when I started running regularly, but I've plateaued the past 3 months at around 180 lbs (I'm 6'2). I'm really happy with where I am at now, but at the same time, with my goal races in the next year extending to the 100K and 100 mile distance, I know that every pound will count. And yet I find that the more miles I run in my training blocks, the hungrier I get! Any suggestions?
Good Morning! Happy Friday from beautiful sunny Boston. It's beginning to look and feel like summer is here. Hoping this beautiful weather last for the holiday weekend and beyond. Cheers!
Hi: The podcast was interesting and motivational. Any suggestions for improving times for marathons and other long-distance races? This is something I've wanted to focus on for awhile now.
I've been an assistant Middle School Cross Country coach for 2 years. This year, I've been given the title as Head Coach due to our previous leader's decision to spend more time with family. I'm a bit nervous about taking over. Any books, blogs, websites, advice or contacts that would help would be greatly appreciated.
Hello,
I am starting my first running streak tomorrow for 41 days of at least one mile a day. Is it okay to train for a half marathon over a 4 month time frame at the same time? Thank you.
Hello Coach! I am training for my first trail race series. My first race is now 8/15/20 and it is 3 miles. I have run a race where part of it was road and a small portion of it was trail. I began training and am going to a local trail and power walking it (my husband says my walk is faster that some people's run! lol) and my time today was 37:31 which has progressively gotten better and the route is 3 miles. I am also on my days off from trail training, I am still road running approximately 2.5 miles as I have had some medication issues but this too is getting better as time passes. My question is how soon do you think I should begin running this training trail? Any assistance would be appreciated.
Good Morning! I have a question regarding the great debate of incline vs. low/no incline when forced to run on the treadmill. Two days this week due to heavy wind and rain I used the treadmill and don't care for it at all, but I've heard so many varying opinions on the necessity or not of adding incline to make it "equal" with road running.
Also, what are your thoughts on fartleks for building speed vs. tempo runs? THANK YOU!!
Apologies, I need to run-ha!, but will respond later today! Thank you Half Marathoners!!
Hi Rogelio! I’ve just gotten back into running after the birth of my daughter to years ago. I’ve done a little bit, only up to the 10 K mark. How can someone gauge if their body is ready to go for longer distances? I’m considering training for a half marathon but not sure.
The biggest issue I am grappling with right now as a newbie ultra distance runner (2 50Ks under my belt the past 6 months, averaging 40-60 miles/week or 8-11 hours of running) is weight. I was over 220 lbs about 2 years ago when I started running regularly, but I've plateaued the past 3 months at around 180 lbs (I'm 6'2). I'm really happy with where I am at now, but at the same time, with my goal races in the next year extending to the 100K and 100 mile distance, I know that every pound will count. And yet I find that the more miles I run in my training blocks, the hungrier I get! Any suggestions?
Good Morning! Happy Friday from beautiful sunny Boston. It's beginning to look and feel like summer is here. Hoping this beautiful weather last for the holiday weekend and beyond. Cheers!
Chrylann
I need some advice on hamstring injury. Rest, short slow running, ???
Hi: The podcast was interesting and motivational. Any suggestions for improving times for marathons and other long-distance races? This is something I've wanted to focus on for awhile now.
Good Morning! It is a beautiful sunny morning here in NC after a few days of rain! And I have today off from work! Yay! Happy Friday to all!
Good Morning Half Marathoner nation!