Let the games begin!

I was challenged today. Literally, Mac told me she was challenging me to create and effective training plan for anyone hoping to drop some time. Well, I'm always up for a little competition, so I am now working on a training plan to help a new runner begin running and eventually racing. While I'm far from a coach, or even really knowing how to initiate training, I do know a couple things about cutting down time. My first step is going to be to create a base from which one can work up mileage and intensity. This will probably start at about 35 minute runs daily and work up to 45-50, with a longer run on Saturdays. Then, those 45-50 minute runs will become his easier days, which will be interspersed with lactate threshold work, with a bit of speed. Finally, we will begin more emphasis on speed in order to really cut down on time. I'm surenthis is by no means the best plan, but I'll do some research and see how it goes! I'm very excited! In the meantime, I'm very very proud of my teammates! Both Mac and Bridgit got seasonal bests this week, and everyone seems to be bonding like sodium and chlorine (hehe). Especially on the distance team, we seem to get to know eachother almost too intimately. Because of our closeness, it really is exciting for me personally to see all my girls do well. It's been a cold, late night however, so I'm going to sign off with the promise of a more comprehensive post tomorrow. Until then, sweet dreams and happy running, or better yet, happy dreams of sweet running!