Subject: RE: HIM during Marathon TrainingOnly you know your true fitness level as to whether you can do all of these events this close together, but if you are asking strangers on a forum you may have some doubts.
IMHO, I would pick one event that really matters to you and concentrate on the workout plan that will get you to that starting line ready to do your best. Doing a sub 4 hour marathon takes a focused effort over a 6 month time or at least it did for me. I started at 30 miles per week and built to 50 miles per week. I completed a 3:47 marathon relatively easily and most important injury free. Previously I tired to hurry the process and ended up injured and had to take time off to recover. It takes time for your body to adapt to running that far.
I have also done 5 HIM events. I found that you really needed to focus on the swimming (especially technique ) and getting plenty of time in the saddle on the bike, otherwise the half marathon was as real struggle even though I thought I was in good running shape.
I consider these activities as something you can do for a life time, so enjoy the journey and don't get in a hurry try to do too many events close together. I figure there is next year to try another event. By planning the preparation each event is more enjoyable.
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