I used the Galloway training method for completing my first full marathon. At the time of my training my furthest running distance was 5 miles and that was when I was in high school. Now I am 37 so I had a small running training base. I would start running then I would get bored with it and then would stop, then start again. I did have somewhat of a base because of my bike riding. However, the cycling may help with some muscle groups, but running is totally different.

What I'm trying to say is that a run walk program is a good thing. I did complete my first marathon (Marine Corp. Washington D.C.) in October this year. Up to that point my longer runs, anything over 7 miles I would do the walk thing. Usually I would walk after 10 minutes of running and then walk for a minute. I truely believe that if I didn't learn to walk I would not have finished the marathon.

It did take me 5 hours and 3 minutes, but I also live in a flat state FL and there are hills in the District of Columbia.

Sorry if I've strayed, but I my personal experience is to walk if you are training that way, there is no shame in it. Your body will thank you, you probably won't be the only one walking.

Good luck!

Josh