Please scroll on the embedded Sheet below for my 8-day cycle run log with Saturday established as anchor day to consistently perform fastest or longest run days. The second row highlights my rolling 8-day running stats, and please note the consistent 4 of 8 run days training cycle that I am currently following in preparation for the San Diego Marathon in early June 2027. Previously, I followed a 3 of 8 run days training cycle in preparation for both the Key West Half Marathon in January 2026 and Johnstown Path of the Flood 14-mile race in May 2026.
Note on strength/circuit training: my current regimen utilizes a combination of free weights, dumbbells, core exercises and a dual-action (fan wheel for upper body + magnetic resistance for lower body) exercise bike. My specific circuit routine includes: bench press, dumbbell squats + leg extensions (if legs not sore), dumbbell curls/shoulder press combo, mix of planks + pushups + knee raises for core and reverse curls/shoulder press with curl bar. I complete 12-15 reps for each weight training exercise for a total of 12 sets with 1-2 minutes of biking + brief breaks between sets.