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A marathon is about 52,400 foot strokes, which is about 26.2 miles. If that number doesn’t scare you, then it’s time to get serious about marathon training. Here’s what you need to know.

Build up the mileage you run

It is advisable to put in at least 20 miles per week for several months before you officially start marathon training. Your body needs time to adapt to the demands you’ll put on it. During this time, you should run at least 10 miles a week on pavement, as that is what you’ll most likely be running on during a marathon.

Getting started

1. Even if you've already been running, let your doctor know your plans.

2. Finding the right running shoes is one of the most important first steps in marathon training. Buying running shoes that suit your running style, foot type, and experience will help you run comfortably and stay injury-free.

3. Finding the right sports bra will prevent back and shoulder pain as well as chafing and other skin irritations.

4. Make sure you practice running in different types of weather and terrain. Be ready for anything!

Basic marathon training

As mentioned, you should be running 15-20 miles per week at this point. Basic marathon training schedules advise that you alternate rest days with days of moderate-paced running, slow distance runs, and cross-training activities.

Make sure that you allow time for warming up and cooling down. Both warm up and cool down should include stretching.

Nutrition and hydration

When you begin a run, you should feel neither starved nor stuffed. It is best to eat a light snack or meal about 1.5-2 hours before you start running. Choose something high in carbohydrates to keep you sustained.

Add your personality

Personality on the course is all the rage these days... Once you've done all the training and hard work your ready to have some fun on the big day.  Get outfitted in style at Ladies Only Sports.  We've got all you'll need to look like a smokin' hot babe out there on the course... the best sports bras around, Sweaty Bands to keep your hair out of the way, running socks, shorts, bright colored tops, we've even got the Yurbud headphones that will not come out while your running.  You go girl!

Komen Denver Race for the Cure

Started in 1982, Susan G. Komen for the Cure® is a grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists. The organization’s vision is of a world without breast cancer, and their mission is to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all, and energize science to find the cures. This mission is carried out through many events and fundraisers, the single largest being the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5k’s and fitness walks.

Races occur all across the country year-round, though most are scheduled during the nice-weather months of May through October. To find the race nearest you, use the search tool on Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s® website. The races raise funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement. These events also serve the purpose of celebrating breast cancer survivorship and honoring those who have lost their battle with the disease.

The first race in 1983 was held in Dallas, TX, with approximately 800 participants. There are now more than 140 races worldwide annually, and an estimated 1.6 million people are actively involved with the events. St. Louis, Missouri, is home to the largest Komen Race for the Cure to date, attracting over 71,000 participants. 2011 will see the first race held in Israel, as the organization continues to expand its global reach.

The races are designed to include people of all ages, fitness, and ability levels, and all Komen Race for the Cure courses in the U.S. are certified by USA Track & Field.

75% of the net income from each race stays in the host community, in order to fund and support local programs that offer breast health education, breast cancer screening, and treatment. The other 25% goes to national breast cancer research. Having invested nearly $1.5 billion since its inception, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure is well known as one of the best non-profit organizations in the country, and is the single largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to fighting breast cancer in the world.

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