Snatch wrote:
I think it is more mental than physical.
Embarrassingly slow can still win an age group medal or two.
Wold bests: Marathon.
Male.
50-55 2:19:29.
55-60 2:25:56.
60-65 2:38:15.
65-70 2:41:57.
70-75 2:54:48.
75-80 3:08:35.
80-85 3:39:18.
85-90 4:34:55.
90-95 5:40:01.
The 80-85 year best could stand for a very long time.
I was thinking about training seriously again until I say those times. Does anyone know the equivalent American age group records?
I hope I'm still around, and active. My Dad is in his mid 70's and is very active. I raced competitively from age 16-46. I still run but no more racing. Injuries have slowed me way down, plus the motivation to push and suffer is gone. I've found that after achieving many goals, some age-adjusted, I'm satisfied to run/jog daily and hope it can continue.
PS: I started with HS xc, track, moved on to post collegiate marathons, then after injuries switched to triathlons (Ironman) and then back to marathons (sub 3hr in my 40's). Running is hard on the body so after many years you're pretty much forced to cut back.
Not really in reply...just tacked on.
In 2001 (I think) there were about 15 of us in the 60-69 ensemble at a trail 50k. The hills were alive with the sounds of grunting, wheezing, and creaking knees. It was bloody out there.
My day was made when, as passing a "kid," I heard him mutter, "Oh crap, another old guy."
Female coach having affair with male runner. Should I report it?
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If Daniel's and Pfitz are outdated..then where do I look for modern training plans?
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