Run 2013

It's time to pick out races for 2013. As much as I have enjoyed the Chicago experience the last two years, I have decided to try a couple of new venues. I plan to run two marathons again (spring & fall). It's cold and blustery right now but as I looked out the window this evening, I was already imagining dashing across thawing roads as I inhale traces of springtime air. Tonight I dream about putting in the miles of effort needed to prepare for a Boston qualifying time of 3:30. A copy Hal Higdon's marathon training program is in my hands tonight. On the top of the page it is labeled "Advanced 2," and I wonder if it is too ambitious or is it time to take my preparations to the next level? I have to identify the races I plan to enter, which will probably be more local this year. After I establish the dates, I will back up 18 weeks and start scheduling each workout session.If I'm planning to race in May, it looks like I better start running this week!!