McMillan Custom Marathon Plan: Week 18 Day 1

Posted by Steve ()

October 27, 2008

Week 18, Day 1
Phase: Marathon
Workout: 45 to 60 minute Easy Run
Purpose: Build Endurance

Not feeling too bad after yesterday’s 20 miler but it was nice to have just an easy treadmill run today; 45 minutes at 2% incline and a variable speed.

Hard to believe there’s only 3 weeks until the Richmond Marathon. I still feel like I have some work to do before I’m ready to race, but overall I think I’m happy with how I’m feeling. At least I’m not overtrained…

The treadmill run was also a good opportunity to try out a new pair of shoes I picked up on the weekend; the Asics Gel Cumulus 10. The Cumulus 10 turned out to be a really cushioned ride which provides greater impact absorption than it’s predecessor the Cumulus 9.

The two-piece midsole and extra GEL® cushioning does make the shoe a little bulky, but you can’t go wrong if you’re looking for comfort. I wouldn’t recommend the Cumulus 10 if you’re a “rigid” shoe fan – you’ll probably find it far too spongy. Each to their own I suppose…