tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post5189451349958342898..comments2023-10-31T05:03:59.763-06:00Comments on Run With Jill: Boston Speed LimitsJillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10174883718651790845noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-61562426722987505122010-10-27T17:19:54.886-06:002010-10-27T17:19:54.886-06:00You're so sweet! Thanks for the shout out ......You're so sweet! Thanks for the shout out ... I just posted the RR ... not what I expected, but go read for yourself! :) I'm praying that I have enough genetics b/c the hard work doesn't seem to be paying off! I am SUCH a better runner now than last year ... you should see my daily run stats, ... but that's besides the point.All Things Jaimehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06592591843731660125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-55060273021422325662010-10-27T11:46:10.755-06:002010-10-27T11:46:10.755-06:00Genetics plays a huge role. Training just lets yo...Genetics plays a huge role. Training just lets you get to your best potential, but the potential is set.<br /><br />However, taking 20 years off from running will turn you into a plodder and end all hopes you had of ever qualifying for Boston and you just have to get over it. Or maybe that is just me :)BrianFlashhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06091962454875656306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-89270397454002642972010-10-26T15:43:11.133-06:002010-10-26T15:43:11.133-06:00This was a great article in Runner's World las...This was a great article in Runner's World last year about qualifying times:<br />http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-239-506--13111-1-1X2X3-4,00.html<br /><br />As for the argument that women have it easier than men, who knows how to say scientifically one way or another. The thing that has always stood out to me was that men aged 50-54 need to run 5 minutes faster (3:35) than the youngest and fastest women (3:40). <br /><br />As for Boston filling up so fast - I think it's great. It shows that the sport is as strong as ever, and that the nation's premier marathon is as sought after as ever.Scott McMurtreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05879663957608177567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-38351252452337477742010-10-26T14:14:24.828-06:002010-10-26T14:14:24.828-06:00I've read several blog posts about qualifying ...I've read several blog posts about qualifying for Boston and this is my favorite. You make some really great points that I don't think most people would even realize.<br /><br />And yes, yes, yes to some coaching info and the details on what you did/changed to get in Boston qualification shape. If my genes have it in them, I would like to someday run Boston. Any help I can get beyond what my genes can do, I'll take!ihaverunhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12353024020794141387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-84362516433742829102010-10-26T07:39:32.035-06:002010-10-26T07:39:32.035-06:00there are lots of ideas you could talk about some ...there are lots of ideas you could talk about some that I'm experimenting with (don't tell my coach):<br /><br />- working on a consistent routine to get psyched up for running<br />- picking music to run with (when is it good / when is it bad)<br />- how much do levels of testosterone and estrogen matter if you are a runner<br />- how much does stride, strike rate, and foot plant matter to speed, endurance, and energy conservation<br />- how much does a coach help in improving your running?<br />- how can you judge what is achievable? <br />- are there test runs you can do to tell you what level of fitness you are at and how much work you need to do to get where you want to go<br />- what can we expect are the fitness losses as we age<br /><br />:)Andrew Opalahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12840813324329773479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-39374991908116005252010-10-25T19:50:56.418-06:002010-10-25T19:50:56.418-06:00Thanks Jill! You totally get it :) That's exac...Thanks Jill! You totally get it :) That's exactly what this experience did for me...it showed me that I am pretty fit and I have the endurance for the half. It felt so good...and now, I'm even more confident that I can do a full next May :)Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08125640729727220332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-77537040280806331962010-10-25T14:07:57.084-06:002010-10-25T14:07:57.084-06:00very well thought out and stated post. I agree the...very well thought out and stated post. I agree there are more runners, more races and more hype.<br /><br />i think there should be other races like boston that maybe have tougher standards, this would give those that have BQ'ed before a next level to try for and maybe open up some spotsRunToTheFinishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13995696358152941044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-84974599918807326632010-10-25T10:12:10.397-06:002010-10-25T10:12:10.397-06:00Sorry I haven't been by in awhile, as you know...Sorry I haven't been by in awhile, as you know, I've had a lot on my plate (besides donuts, pizza and beer)! Great Post! I think the idea of writing about your coaching experience is excellent.briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-7042312492069068962010-10-25T03:20:16.555-06:002010-10-25T03:20:16.555-06:00Interesting post about the marathon. I remember th...Interesting post about the marathon. I remember the J.F.Fixx' book with a long description of Boston which became my impossible dream and I am always more curious to read news about this marathon.Black Knighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09283409222072090440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-24588917277877007232010-10-24T17:23:38.084-06:002010-10-24T17:23:38.084-06:00I agree with you completely about the Boston sell-...I agree with you completely about the Boston sell-out this. I think the number 1 reason is people freaked out since it closed so early last year so they raced to sign up. There were a lot more people this time around waiting in the virtual line!<br /><br />I would definitely be interested in reading posts about your experiences/suggestions as a coach/trainer/personal experiences.Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06757049962850570389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-21276370304727578402010-10-24T16:29:14.754-06:002010-10-24T16:29:14.754-06:00I like all of the comments almost as much as your ...I like all of the comments almost as much as your take on Boston's rapid sell out. I agree that technology, more women runners and more qualifying marathons -- combined with mass hysteria -- contribute to all these mega marathons selling out so quickly. Maybe the key is to each year pick 50 marathons where you can qualify (have it rotate so everyone gets a turn) and that will cut down on demand while also boosting entries for some smaller races that want to grow. (And I did know about NYC because I had to qualify too.)Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04377440606704745517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-87044983020070619512010-10-24T09:49:40.529-06:002010-10-24T09:49:40.529-06:00Nice post. There's a lot of truth in genetics ...Nice post. There's a lot of truth in genetics - especially when it comes to what makes a huge difference in running/rowing type sports - VO2max. Having hung around with an Olympic medal winner (rowing) it wasn't his size as much as his VO2Max that got him there. Sigh. All those things I'll never have to worry about...Glenn Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05119271602749821767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-47512642554543454492010-10-24T08:00:51.331-06:002010-10-24T08:00:51.331-06:00Interesting regarding the emotional attachment the...Interesting regarding the emotional attachment theory...proven by the fact that I could care less if I actually ran Boston! haha - I just want to notch the time. I'd rather run NYC any day:)<br /><br />My opinion is they need to restrict the fall marathon qualifying entrants. For people that ran a BQ last year in 09' should have HAD to enter for this year 10'. - not had the additional option of signup for 11'.<br /><br />They'll have the same problem next year with everyone that ran a BQ at TCM, Chicago, Toronto, StGeorge, etc THIS YEAR in 10' and are signing up for 12'! They need to change the sign up DATE and also the Qualifying dates. <br /><br />Or just make it 45K runners :)<br /><br />DDRoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11126561738590093533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-20261202732913260782010-10-24T01:22:56.980-06:002010-10-24T01:22:56.980-06:00I'm impressed, that was actually a rather scho...I'm impressed, that was actually a rather scholarly article, very well supported. Are you, like, a teacher or something... :/ About the graph...women are still only at 42% at Boston in 2009, which is higher, but still less represented than at other marathons, especially in the west.elainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12127336504429450857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-22033792633268057402010-10-23T18:31:35.890-06:002010-10-23T18:31:35.890-06:00I've always wondered aloud about how much gene...I've always wondered aloud about how much genes play into running. A lot I'm sure, but that hasn't stopped me from pounding the pavement.<br /><br />Boston boston.... I don't know what they should do. However, I do know that I really hope that I make whatever new standards they set forth!The Boring Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13073380265420100975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-7911859920141816942010-10-23T17:54:36.894-06:002010-10-23T17:54:36.894-06:00I'm sure all of the runners who were "cau...I'm sure all of the runners who were "caught off guard" last year helped to feed the frenzy this year and this also created a "back log" of runners trying to get in. <br /><br />Yes, would love any informational topics that you would offer. None of use are experts, not even the elite coaches are perfect. i think we all read blogs to get new, or different ideas that we feel may work for us in our training/life. Go for it Jill! WE will read for sure.Happy Feet 26.2https://www.blogger.com/profile/07319635538117315117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-17254945392903516592010-10-23T12:03:51.188-06:002010-10-23T12:03:51.188-06:00Jill--So many good points. I agree that the hype l...Jill--So many good points. I agree that the hype leading up to how quickly it would sell out played a big role this year. <br /><br />As to whether or not you should share your pearls of wisdom with us? Of course you should. You're not only extremely experienced but a coach too. People would eat it up!<br /><br />Enjoy the weekend.misszippyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16816276167373260149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-25793638690401495482010-10-23T09:15:04.527-06:002010-10-23T09:15:04.527-06:00Oooooo. . .that was good.
You're a great writ...Oooooo. . .that was good. <br />You're a great writer! <br />And you're correct about the speed thing. I'm pretty sure 8:30's is all I've got and the desire to hold that pace just isn't there. <br />Bye, Bye, Boston. I'm happy where I am.Shanahttp://www.onebadrunner.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-44402886319082010492010-10-22T22:32:48.859-06:002010-10-22T22:32:48.859-06:00Yes Wise Sage, please impart your wisdom on us. I...Yes Wise Sage, please impart your wisdom on us. I'm serious. You got cred. I totally agree with your #3 hypothosis.Chris Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06670072457969152936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-20444041628414826272010-10-22T19:36:44.471-06:002010-10-22T19:36:44.471-06:00How sweet are you :) Thanks. BTW...the 10K was ful...How sweet are you :) Thanks. BTW...the 10K was full (somehow I had a feeling)...so I'll be doing the half. Taking it easy...5/1 run/walk intervals and no watch :) ...I don't feel anymore pain, but worse comes to worse, I'll walk (there's a half walk, so I won't be alone). <br /><br />OKay, enough about me...I think the idea of you writing about coaching is EXCELLENT!!!!!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08125640729727220332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-48369574816062444582010-10-22T19:12:04.811-06:002010-10-22T19:12:04.811-06:00I would love for you to share the training tips th...I would love for you to share the training tips that led you from around the 4 hour mark to 3:45! Love your blog!JS 15https://www.blogger.com/profile/13454804041016300246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-79487093055504929842010-10-22T18:02:42.068-06:002010-10-22T18:02:42.068-06:00i love your thoughts on boston!! And I would love ...i love your thoughts on boston!! And I would love some coaching type blog posts! As a new runner i have no clue what im doing lol... i know basics but thats about it lolZaneta @ Runner's Luckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14297091763891223499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-59723922315902460792010-10-22T15:33:14.695-06:002010-10-22T15:33:14.695-06:00I want to hear about it Jill! This was a wonderfu...I want to hear about it Jill! This was a wonderful post packed with great information and opinions:) I would love more coaching posts too. You write with a style all your own....I always feel like you are talking to me and I am right there with you!<br /><br />Enjoy the weekend Lady!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01016242849142019105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-60910365369896360662010-10-22T15:10:26.704-06:002010-10-22T15:10:26.704-06:00Great post - I like your perspective on Boston. An...Great post - I like your perspective on Boston. And I would be really interested in reading posts based on your experience - count me in!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07176401115805884697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8925925396644006805.post-72659986603445704542010-10-22T14:38:32.355-06:002010-10-22T14:38:32.355-06:00I'm all ears (and eyes) if you do posts based ...I'm all ears (and eyes) if you do posts based on your running expertise...for the most part I wing it, or get info from other blogs, so it would be great to learn some more of it from ya!Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00144512028031455208noreply@blogger.com