RLLD 3,455 Posted July 17, 2006 Does anyone have the link to that "Legendary Abs" workout? How about a good chest workout? I am trying to condition my body for a marathon, and was given some intruction on how to incoporate other muscle groups in order to avoid over exerting the legs during a long run. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TAS 2 Posted July 17, 2006 Does anyone have the link to that "Legendary Abs" workout?How about a good chest workout? I am trying to condition my body for a marathon, and was given some intruction on how to incoporate other muscle groups in order to avoid over exerting the legs during a long run. I ran one marathon and will never do it again! Mad respect for the bastages who run those regularly! I don't know how weight training the upper body helps with the running, but I suggest running alot to help with the running! Do one long run a week (along with your regular routine) to get used to the distance. Somewhere between 18-22 miles. That is where the dreaded "wall" kicked in for me. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brown Eyed Girl 1 Posted July 17, 2006 For me, the best chest workout has been push-ups. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,455 Posted July 17, 2006 I ran one marathon and will never do it again! Mad respect for the bastages who run those regularly! I don't know how weight training the upper body helps with the running, but I suggest running alot to help with the running! Do one long run a week (along with your regular routine) to get used to the distance. Somewhere between 18-22 miles. That is where the dreaded "wall" kicked in for me. Good luck! Good calls. I was reading that by emphasizing ones stomach and back muscles, and also the synergy of the arms, one can lessen the strain on the legs... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TAS 2 Posted July 17, 2006 Good calls. I was reading that by emphasizing ones stomach and back muscles, and also the synergy of the arms, one can lessen the strain on the legs... Agreed. WhenI first started training for the marathon, my back would always hurt the first few miles. I'm not sure if it was a posture thing or what. After a coupla months, it didn't bother me anymore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillybear 364 Posted July 17, 2006 7 Minute Abs. 7's the key number here. Think about it. 7-Elevens. 7 doors. 7, man, that's the number. 7 chipmunks twirlin' on a branch, eatin' lots of sunflowers on my uncle's ranch. You know that old children's tale from the sea. It's like you're dreamin' about Gorgonzola cheese when it's clearly Brie time, baby. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hdaddy 17 Posted July 17, 2006 7 Minute Abs. 7's the key number here. Think about it. 7-Elevens. 7 doors. 7, man, that's the number. 7 chipmunks twirlin' on a branch, eatin' lots of sunflowers on my uncle's ranch. You know that old children's tale from the sea. It's like you're dreamin' about Gorgonzola cheese when it's clearly Brie time, baby. crassic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcOne 2 Posted July 17, 2006 I would think you'd want to avoid most chest and upper body work. My HS coach always told me how much better of runner I would be if I quit lifting upper body during track. Check out runnersworld.com or something. my back would always hurt the first few miles. After a coupla months, it didn't bother me anymore. How far were you by then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TAS 2 Posted July 17, 2006 I would think you'd want to avoid most chest and upper body work. My HS coach always told me how much better of runner I would be if I quit lifting upper body during track. Check out runnersworld.com or something. How far were you by then? The first few miles. It wouldn't hurt the whole run. After about 5 miles or so, I would just be thinking about my breathing and whatever... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
