tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12585134.post8270248848233920182..comments2023-09-09T10:36:44.000-05:00Comments on Back off man, I'm a scientist.: Joe bitching about DC FitDanielle in Iowa in Irelandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12274576534281164011noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12585134.post-29096912546860779492008-08-11T20:46:00.000-05:002008-08-11T20:46:00.000-05:00Joe- I think you are completely justified in your ...Joe- I think you are completely justified in your complaints. <BR/><BR/>Having run with the Chicago Area Runner's Association marathon training group for the last several years, I can tell you that the importance of a knowledgable, consistent and supportive coach is invaluable to the experience and safety of marathon training. For first timers, both the physical and emotional toll of such huge distances needs a leader to help manage those expreince. The absence of one for your team is unacceptable, if not dangerous with this mileage in this weather. Where is the guidance? The advice? The person who can tell you, "Hey, listen you're overdoing it - have a seat and take some water - it's okay." <BR/><BR/>And speaking of - no aid stations? That's BS, because here, that's part of the training fee.<BR/><BR/>I am sorry that you have had such a bad experience. Marathon training should be full of excitement and pride as you conquer new heights in your running. I know you can pull this off on your own, even if it means you might be accompanied only by an iPod. But you will do it - and we'll see ya over here in October.Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01112543383394992568noreply@blogger.com