Qualifying exigency leave, like leave for a serious health condition, is a FMLA-qualifying reason for which an eligible employee may use his or her entitlement for up to 12 workweeks of FMLA leave each year.
Considerations. You can change your calorie intake during training if you feel it is necessary. If you're gaining weight, try eating 200 calories less per day. Likewise, if your training is suffering and you lack energy, you're probably not eating enough, so add in an extra 200 calories each day.
During a 12-20 week half-marathon training period, add a mile to your long run every 1-2 weeks but take a ârecovery weekâ every 4-6 weeks where the long run distance dips slightly. Run at least 11 miles during training to ensure you can complete the half marathon comfortably.