Strass Marathon
Training 2004

26.2 MILES TO GO!!! The challenge is pure and simple: complete the 26.2 mile course before passing out. Since I am also the new father of Jack, my other main challenge lies in not letting the training consume my entire life. I am very much a family man who loves spending my free time with Suzy, Jack, Sydney and Buster. That will not change. This is simply a way to continue to increase my fitness level, by working toward a new goal. By viewing my journal you will see that I am taking a somewhat level-headed approach to my training. I know that I will continue to look and feel great.

October 10, 2004 - A date that will be repeated, remembered and relived forever. A date that will be passed down in stories, included in pictures, emblazoned on a medal and engraved in my memory. But more than that, a date that forever adds a line to my list of life accomplishments: MARATHON RUNNER.

HERE IS MY JOURNAL ANY COMMENTS, QUESTIONS OR SUGGESTIONS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED!!!

August 7th
10 Mile run today. Went from Wellbridge to McDonalds and back. Ran with Tommy and Sarah Handelman's husband. We got a later start so Suzy could spin at 730am. I was happy to get the extra sleep. Did not feel as good as last weekend but got the miles in. Weather was fantastic. Took Jack to the zoo in the afternoon.

August 6th
Day Off. Suzy went spinning at 6am - I slept in with Jack.

August 5th
First time running since Sunday. We started at 545am and ran from Wellbridge to Kingshighway and back. Total mileage=7. Weather was perfect.

August 4th
Inspired by the final episode of the Lance Chronicles which features Lance scouting Alp Duez, I got up early and headed out to Babler to ride St. Louis' version of the Alps. I got out to Babler a little before 6am and was greeted with rain. I drove the course a couple of times making mental notes as to where I could attack and then headed home disappointed. When the rain stopped and the sun came out (about 1130am) I went back out. I rode the 4 mile loop 3 times at lunch before heading back to the office. Beautiful time to ride - nice change of pace. This is a hilly little course. It takes the wind out of you right at the start.



E-Mail John Strassner Contact John..... We Conquered Chicago!!! Welcome To Strass Training Thanks for checking out my training journal. I am training for the 2004 LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 10th. If you want to join me and my teammates in Chicago then visit The Chicago Marathon Site. Why Am I Doing This? Thats a good question. I am looking for a major challenge and think that I have found one in Chicago. I love doing Triathlons but think that completing a marathon is a great accomplishment. After seeking counseling from fellow triathalete, Tommy Rosenthal and fellow marathoner/sister, Blair, I said "what the heck and signed up for Chicago." Contact Coach Blair..... Contact Tommy..... Training Program I am using the Hal Higdon training program as a guide. Of course, since we are in the middle of a very busy triathlon season, this will only be a guide. I plan to incorporate many triathlons into the overall training program. As long as I focus on getting the long runs in each week I think I will be okay. Hal Higdon's Training Program Archive May 2004 June 2004 July 2004 August 2004 September 2004 Strass Training Web Links The Chicago Marathon St. Louis Marathon Swim Bike Run St. Louis StrassTraining Active.com Nike.com Training Forecast Thanks For Your Support Strass Marathon Training has welcomed visitors to the site!!! Sponsor	Strass Marathon Training 2004 26.2 MILES TO GO!!! The challenge is pure and simple: complete the 26.2 mile course before passing out. Since I am also the new father of Jack, my other main challenge lies in not letting the training consume my entire life. I am very much a family man who loves spending my free time with Suzy, Jack, Sydney and Buster. That will not change. This is simply a way to continue to increase my fitness level, by working toward a new goal. By viewing my journal you will see that I am taking a somewhat level-headed approach to my training. I know that I will continue to look and feel great. October 10, 2004 - A date that will be repeated, remembered and relived forever. A date that will be passed down in stories, included in pictures, emblazoned on a medal and engraved in my memory. But more than that, a date that forever adds a line to my list of life accomplishments: MARATHON RUNNER. HERE IS MY JOURNAL ANY COMMENTS, QUESTIONS OR SUGGESTIONS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED!!! August 7th 10 Mile run today. Went from Wellbridge to McDonalds and back. Ran with Tommy and Sarah Handelman's husband. We got a later start so Suzy could spin at 730am. I was happy to get the extra sleep. Did not feel as good as last weekend but got the miles in. Weather was fantastic. Took Jack to the zoo in the afternoon. August 6th Day Off. Suzy went spinning at 6am - I slept in with Jack. August 5th First time running since Sunday. We started at 545am and ran from Wellbridge to Kingshighway and back. Total mileage=7. Weather was perfect. August 4th Inspired by the final episode of the Lance Chronicles which features Lance scouting Alp Duez, I got up early and headed out to Babler to ride St. Louis' version of the Alps. I got out to Babler a little before 6am and was greeted with rain. I drove the course a couple of times making mental notes as to where I could attack and then headed home disappointed. When the rain stopped and the sun came out (about 1130am) I went back out. I rode the 4 mile loop 3 times at lunch before heading back to the office. Beautiful time to ride - nice change of pace. This is a hilly little course. It takes the wind out of you right at the start.

Strass Marathon Training 2004

Strass Marathon
Training 2004