Let the training begin

I have run a handful of races since my last posts.  A few Ragnar relays. A few 5 and 10ks. I haven't trained well for them and have done ok.  I would like to train and do well rather than mediocre.  I don't plan on winning ever but I do want to improve. I am fortunate to have an old college roomie as a running buddy   I go about once a week with him and look forward to training for my marathons this year. Training is so much easier when you have someone to run with or at least follow up with you.