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Re: Can a treadmill replace the outside road for training?

guest — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:53:20 GMT

I'll run in temps down into single digits. But icy roads are an invitation to injury.

The marathon is a very mental event. You best train your mind for it by training under circumstances that are closest to what you expect for the race. The variable weather you encounter in training toughens you for the variable weather you can encounter at the race.

Re: Can a treadmill replace the outside road for training?

guest — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:02:11 GMT

I have a gym in my basement with a treadmill. I use it when the weather is nasty, but I think Maryland weather is never as bad as Wisconsin weather. That said, its always better to train for a road race on the roads. I like to say I don't do lightening and I don't do ice. Use the treadmill sparingly, remember your marathon will be outdoors.

Re: Can a treadmill replace the outside road for training?

guest — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:26:43 GMT

I have to agree. Don't run on ice, and don't run when it's below 32 degree's outside. That said all other times bundle up and run outdoors.

Use the tredmill sparingly. You will able to prepare for whatever weather WI throws at you in May as well. And it'll keep you motivated instead of bored with your work outs.

Christine

Can a treadmill replace the outside road for training?

guest — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:08:07 GMT

I am training for my first Marathon May 3, but the weather here in WI is not the best for running outside. Is it possible for me to train on the treadmill when it is too cold, icy, or windy to run outside? I am using a 3% incline and the speed varies 5.8 - 6.2 depending on how far I am running. Trust me 10 miles on a treadmill is not the most exciting thing. Or should I just bundle up and go outside?