Have you ever run a marathon on minimal training?

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 03 Oct 2015 22:10:42 -0400

I ran a marathon in December, and am signed up for the Marine Corps Marathon in DC in three weeks. The problem? I haven't had near the training time I had before the first one. I've been running, but not up to what I had. And I experienced a slight overuse injury the last 14-miler I did (two weeks ago).

Has anyone every run a marathon without feeling 100% prepared for it?

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 3 at 2015 10:16 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 03 Oct 2015 22:16:37 -0400

I did a couple years ago and did not properly train for it. I just was not in good enough shape to handle the distance. You could try it and go until you are uncomfortable. There also is nothing wrong with walking a little bit or off and on in a marathon. I did myself in this particular situation.

I would also ask if you are recovered from your overuse injury and what you injured. Is this runners knee, IT band issues, hips.

If you have any questions or would like any pointers let me know, I am always happy to give running advice.

Response by SPC Jillian O'Malley made Oct 21 at 2015 8:39 AM

SPC Jillian O'Malley — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 08:39:20 -0400

I have, and just recently (October 11th) I did an Ironman triathlon (the run portion is a marathon) and my 2 longest runs were 12 and 15 miles. I was able to run the whole run at Ironman. Like others have said, once you get to mile 15 and 16 its a mental fight to the finish. Its better to show up to the start line slightly under trained than it is to show up over trained.