Don't get too discouraged! I'm no longer a PT stud, but at 42 years old, 6'2" tall and 240lbs, I am a 1/2 marathon runner that lifts weights. I also train in martial arts and Army combatives. I am not a pure racer, my long distance mile times are not at a competetive level, but I have the mental toughness to finish the races I enter. The distance race is about 30% physical and 70% mental.
My next big event will be the Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands NM where I will enter in the Military Heavy class next year. Check out that site and you will see that there are plenty of marathon runners that have the body type you are looking for. Here is a picture of some of the competetors. Over 800 runners ran the 26.2 miles in the heavy category with a pack weighing at least 35 lbs.
Light competetors - no pack, just hydration
Heavy competetors - with 35+ lb ruck
Light team competetors
Bottom line though, WS6 is right about your injuries. Learn to really listen to your body and learn what your limits are. It is often hard to pull back when you are close to re-injuring yourself, this is where discipline comes in. You also need to set goals that your body type can accomodate. Here is the link to the Bataan Memorial Death March event.
http://www.bataanmarch.com/r09/story.htm
Good luck in your training!
Last edited by lallhands; 04-05-09 at 08:17.
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