Update: 1/31/2016

ByAnthony Chan
At a Glance

A whirlwind January 2016 update — new job, ramped-up run training, a 25th birthday, and nearly 100 hours of CPA review — capped by prep for the LA Marathon, where I aim to watch the Olympic Trials and chase a 2017 Boston qualifier.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Started a new job and logged ~100 hours of CPA review in January
  • Racing the LA Marathon (2/14/16), targeting a 2:47–2:52 finish
  • Trip doubles as a chance to watch the Olympic Marathon Trials
  • Last long run: 24 miles (four Central Park loops) in low-30s temps

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Set a clear goal: the LA Marathon is aimed squarely at a 2017 Boston qualifier
  • Trust the taper: two weeks of recovery should freshen the legs for race day
  • Balance is relentless: new job, CPA prep, and training all compete for time
  • Know your fitness: a confident time range comes from consistent long runs

Wow! The first month of 2016 has come and gone. Wasn’t that quick?

Since New Year’s Day, I’ve started a new job, ramped up my run training, celebrated my 25th birthday, logged nearly 100 hours of CPA review, visited the girl, went on a bachelor’s party ski trip…and that is just the beginning! January was a very eventful month, one that went by a bit faster as expected.

In just two weeks time, I will be racing the Los Angeles Marathon (2/14/2016). The quick 40 hour trip to LA is two-fold: (1) to watch the Olympic Marathon Trials & (2) to qualify for the 2017 Boston Marathon. My last long training run was done yesterday in Central Park, which entailed four counter-clockwise loops of the park, totaling to 24 miles of fun in the sun (despite temps in the low 30’s).

Details of the run:

In terms of marathon-specific shape, I’m confident that I can run anywhere between 2:47 and 2:52. With a two week long taper, my body will be able to recover and hopefully be fresh by race day.

Stay tuned for results from the LA Marathon!

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