When it comes to training for goals the water can become murky. What does it mean to train? What is your goal? Is all training appropriate for all goals?  The answers vary greatly depending on what exactly it is you want to accomplish.

I know, I know. Who let the former shot putter run a marathon? If you know me, you know I’ve spent a good chunk of my life engulfed by power events. Shot put, discus, hammer, javelin, and jumps. Events that take anywhere from a fraction of a second to maybe a few seconds. My passion has always been power- creating a lot of force with a lot of speed. 


The marathon. Exactly opposite. 


26.2 Miles


That’s a big difference.