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Texas State regroups for Monroe following tough loss to Cajuns
Texas State regroups for Monroe following tough loss to Cajuns
10/11/2023 06:57 AM
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FRIDAY 10/11/2023 12:00 AM
Bobcats ready to embark on most important second half
Bobcats ready to embark on most important second half
We have officially reached the halfway point of the season for Texas State football. 10/11/2023 12:00 AM
Rattlers knock off East Central for sole possession of fourth place
Rattlers knock off East Central for sole possession of fourth place
In a critical district showdown, San Marcos knocked off the East Central Hornets in a thrilling 3-2 (19-25, 25-13, 25-16, 21-25, 15-8) win. 10/10/2023 12:00 AM
Bobcats fall to Louisiana 34-30 as 'Cajun Curse' stretches to 11 games
Bobcats fall to Louisiana 34-30 as 'Cajun Curse' stretches to 11 games
The Cajun Curse rages on as the Texas State Bobcats fell to Louisiana 34-30 on Saturday. 10/10/2023 12:00 AM
Bobcats back in win column with 4-0 win over Coastal Carolina
Bobcats back in win column with 4-0 win over Coastal Carolina
It was a goals-galore Thursday night as the Texas State Bobcats knocked off the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 4-0. 10/08/2023 05:00 AM
San Marcos offers winning Clemens every possible punch
San Marcos offers winning Clemens every possible punch
San Marcos gave Clemens every punch they had. 10/08/2023 05:00 AM
Training for Winter Marathons
Training for Winter Marathons
It is now considered “Fall” and cooler weather is forecast in the months ahead. For runners thinking of running a marathon in December or January the training needs to start soon. A minimum of 12 weeks is recommended for a first time marathon runner to complete the 26.2 mile distance with a certain amount of comfort. It can be done in less time but too often the experience is not without a lot of discomfort and pain – especially for three days after the marathon. I had a program I put down for a runner that has entered a few 5K or 10K races. Some programs include over distance long runs (30 miles) but I have had success with a long distance of 20 miles. The base of running you did for 12 weeks will help you run the last 6 miles. The following is an example of a training program for a marathon. I list the total miles for the week and the longest run for the week as a guide. The total miles includes the long run. (See graph on right hand side) It is important to have rest days to allow the muscles to recover from the extra miles you are now running. I recommend one day a week to try some speed work. This speed work can be intervals, fartlek runs, or pace work so that it becomes easier to run a long distance at a slower pace. Starting with week 7 it is a good practice to include a run that is slightly longer than half the distance of the long run that week in the middle of the week. While most marathon runners train mainly by running, the use of alternate training methods are also good. Bicycle riding is a good leg exercise, builds aerobic endurance, and lets the pounding of running on the feet and knees recover. Bike riding is a 4 to 1 ratio. Biking 4 miles is equal to 1 mile of running. Swimming is a good alternative training program that builds aerobic conditioning and works on breath control. Swimming also is a good recovery exercise for the muscles. Swimming is a 1 to 4 ratio. Every mile you swim is worth 4 miles of running. A crawl stroke, breast stroke, or side stroke can used. Weight lifting is also a good training program. Stronger muscles make any activity easier. The key is to do exercises with the amount of weight lifted for strength for running. You are not bodybuilding or power lifting so exercises that benefit the muscles used in running is your program. That include some arm strength as the arms can alter your running gait if the arms drop down by your side. 10/08/2023 05:00 AM
FRIDAY FOOTBALL PREVIEW
FRIDAY FOOTBALL PREVIEW
Rattlers start district play against Clemens in search of first win 10/06/2023 05:00 AM
Bobcats look to snap winless streak against Ragin Cajuns on national TV
Bobcats look to snap winless streak against Ragin Cajuns on national TV
One of the biggest games in recent memory will take place this Saturday afternoon as Texas State travels to Lafayette to take on longtime nemesis Louisiana. 10/06/2023 05:00 AM
Bobcats continue to learn amidst best start since 2005
Bobcats continue to learn amidst best start since 2005
The Bobcats were back on the gridiron after their exciting 50-36 win over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles as Texas State entered the week with the best start to a season since joining FBS and first 4-1 start since the legendary 2005 season. 10/05/2023 05:00 AM
Colton’s Corner: This weekend populated with critical games
Colton’s Corner: This weekend populated with critical games
Big time games populate the schedule this week across the area as teams contend for playoff spots and conference championships. 10/05/2023 05:00 AM
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