So anyway, my guy ran 1:49, 3:41, 7:47, & 13:40 back in the day.
He has stayed in decent shape running about 1,500 miles a year or so for the past decade but has not raced in a while. Presently he is about 10 lbs. above his fighting weight.
He has recently put in an 8 week block of 50 – 60 miles per week and says his 5 – 7 mile tempo runs are @ about 5:50 per mile.
Me thinks he can run 4:50 or so right now and w/ some more base and sharpening, could get under 4:30.
What do you folks think? Any of you Old Timers make a similar attempt? What was your experience? Trouble getting quickness back in the legs? Suggestions?