Running A Marathon Is Just

Because Running Fast Is More Fun Than Running Slow.

Intervals And Other Types Of Speed Work Are Essential To Improve Running Speed.

For The Novice Runner, I'd Say To Give Yourself At Least 2 Months Of Consistently Running Several Times A Week At A Conversational Pace Before Deciding Whether You Want To Stick With It. Consistency Is The Most Important Aspect Of Training At This Point.

Experience Has Taught Me How Important It Is To Just Keep Going, Focusing On Running Fast And Relaxed. Eventually It Passes And The Flow Returns. It's Part Of Racing.

I Started In Law School In '71 And Graduated In '74. So I Was Training For The Olympics, Running Or Averaging Around 20 Miles A Day And Going To Law School Full Time.