Goals for 2009
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Running:
2009 is going to be my Marathon year. I want to run a marathon. I won’t make any plans for more until after my first one. I’ve picked the Christchurch Marathon on Sunday 31 May 2009 which is not that far away.
I’m also going to do a wide variety of shorter races. I’ll do a few half marathons, a number of 10Ks and at least 1 5K this year. Hopefully I can break all my PRs in these.
Other fitness goals:
I still want to do the hundred. I’m not even going to consider the Two Hundred Situps program until I’ve finished the One Hundred Pushups program. I maxed out at 46 pushups in 2008 which is still more than I’ve ever managed to do but I would like to do the 100. Damn you Steve Spiers.
I’m also thinking of taking up Aikido but I think that will have to wait until after the marathon.
Weightloss:
I’m in a pretty good place with my weight at the moment. I’m still technically overweight (according to BMI) but I’m pretty happy with things. I’d like to get to a normal BMI and so that will be my goal this year. It’s not a big number this year and I think that is a good thing. Truth be told I’ll be happy if I’m just lighter in 2010 than I am today. Even one pound will do. Although…if I’m lighter I can probably run faster so maybe I’ll try for more than one pound!
To help with the weightloss I’ve entered Running Hoosier’s 13 week challenge. I’d encourage those of you who are interested in losing weight to do the same.
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I’m targeting the Auckland marathon in November so I’m going to read with interest your training program!
I can fully recommend a martial art – you will get a lot out of aikido training.
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Sounds like you’ve set good goals for 2009. Good luck!
By and by, were you able to completed the hundred pushup challenge?
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AndrewE
reply on January 2nd, 2009 9:40 am:
Nope…46 is the max so far.
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Good to see your blog is still up and running. Just thought I would pop in and let you know that I am back to blogging.
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I like your goals Andrew. I wish I was still coming to Christchurch for the half, but buying a house I can’t really afford it now… Maybe next year.
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I can imagine that the course must be beautiful for the Christchurch marathon! I would suppose its very hilly ???
Your plan for 2009 sounds AWESOME !!! No questions !!!
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AndrewE
reply on January 2nd, 2009 1:11 pm:
Christchurch is FLAT!
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All the very best with your marathon training Andrew! Sounds like an exciting 6 months ahead of you
Can’t wait to hear all about your progress…
Happy New Year!
–Steve (Damn You) Speirs
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Great goals Andrew. Best of luck in your marathon quest!
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I have always wanted to run a marathon, but I simply don’t think I could do it. I really like your goals for the new year, and wish you the best of luck with them.
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I can’t believe that your BMI is still overweight. You look pretty normal to me. ..
actually, you look better than “normal”, you look pretty damn good in your last photos!!
Christchurch should be a good marathon debut. I grew up there – none of those pesky hills to worry about.
Happy 2009.
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Go for that marathon … if my knee comes good I might even go for my second in 2009!
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Good luck with those goals of yours!
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I like your approach, not setting too many goals and focusing on the one big thing. The marathon.
I wish I had that kind of determination, the furthest I’ve ran is 15k and I realized I just don’t have the mental focus to go beyond that.
Best of luck Andrew.
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Happy New Year!!
I’m sure you’ll do fine with the marathon.
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Good for you – go for the gusto! Now is an important time to be setting your goals for the coming competition year. I highly recommend two references as you mull your options over — Hal Higdon’s Marathon Training Guide is GREAT. It’s a “must read” for anyone considering a marathon. Very informative and easy-to-read. For inspiration, I recommend Dean Karnazes’ “50/50″. It’s his account about running 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days. Very inspiring!
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You are SO addicted to running — how awesome is that!
Looking forward to follwing your full marathon training journey.
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Good luck on your marathon training, I know you can do it.
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That sounds real good, Andrew.
You crazy marathon runners boggle my mind, but nonetheless – do it and do it well!
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We’re following a similar course man. Good luck with the marathon. I’m sure it will go great.
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You’ll do great with these goals in 09, keep on running!
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Excellent goals. A marathon- awesome. Considering your drive and past success, you’ll accomplish everything you’ve set out to do. Best wishes for your continued success.
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Some good varied goals there. I’m sure you’ll achieve them. Good luck for that marathon training which I guess will need to start soon.
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I looked at the ChristChurch Marathon course. Looks to be beautiful.
Years ago, I started learning some mixed martial arts. I’ve since given that up, but I can tell you from experience that there’s nothing quite like them to help get you fit.
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I’m doing the 100 push up challenge now. I don’t know how I’ll ever be able to do it, but I’m not giving up!!
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Good luck on your goals for 2009! I maxed out the pushups challenge before I stopped due to unforseen events at around the same number as you did – 46 or 47. I’m afraid I’m back almost to zero on that one now. But 2009 awaits, and its time to get back on track!
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Sounds like a great set of goals. Good luck in 2009!
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I like how you are keeping your goals simple. As I continue to stew on what mine should be for the year I must remind myself that the simpler the better. Good luck!
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