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[maillotpois]

I'm no triathlete (obviously) but am wondering just from a training perspective - have people who do IMs usually done marathons before? I would think that would be a VERY good idea and if you (and the people who've actually done IMs) agree, then I'd suggest training for the Cal International Marathon in Sac in December. http://www.runcim.org/ That gives you plenty of time to train for it and it is a pretty flat easy first marathon. Generally nice and cool as well, which is good. And it is a fun marathon - has a very hometown feel as you run through nice residential areas with families out on their lawns watching you and kids giving you orange slices.

Just a thought ...

[kacie tri-ing]

I'm no triathlete (obviously) but am wondering just from a training perspective - have people who do IMs usually done marathons before? I would think that would be a VERY good idea and if you (and the people who've actually done IMs) agree, then I'd suggest training for the Cal International Marathon in Sac in December. http://www.runcim.org/ That gives you plenty of time to train for it and it is a pretty flat easy first marathon. Generally nice and cool as well, which is good. And it is a fun marathon - has a very hometown feel as you run through nice residential areas with families out on their lawns watching you and kids giving you orange slices.

Just a thought ...

Well, some have, and some haven't. Most all first timers to IM do not use a marathon in the midst of training. Unless you are not injury prone, it is way too much of a risk. Colby does one in her off season every year, but she has also done three. A stand alone marathon and an IM marathon are different beasts. I have done one, but I did not want to get anywhere near the risk of hurting my hips by running the whole 26 before the race.

You have to look at your training plan or talk with your coach about the risks,.

Love the acryonym!