TF's Marathon Training (2)

Thanks for your response TF. I didn't build up to 11 laps on the basis of one additional lap at a time. I think that would have caused too much boredom, particularly as I did my training on my own. I, perhaps, started by doing about 5 laps, then 7, 9 and 11, but I was doing other training as well. As you know, mental attitude comes more easily with company. I wouldn't have been able to run a marathon distance on a "self sufficient" basis. I have found, over the years, that provided that there is a basic fitness, the human body behaves rather like a car. You put fuel in and it goes!

Why not try an initial 5 laps with some company and see how you feel.