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8-Week Half Marathon Plan – Sub 1h45 – Structured

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8-Week Half Marathon Plan – Sub 1h45 – Structured

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Cesar Hernandez Lloret

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Length

8 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

🏃 8-Week Half Marathon Plan – Sub 1h45 – Structured
Structured Workouts for Intermediate Runners

This 8-week structured half marathon training plan is designed for runners aiming to break 1 hour and 45 minutes through progressive endurance development, controlled intensity and race-specific pacing.

This training plan includes access to the:

📘 CHL Endurance Running Athlete Guide

A practical guide designed to help you get the most out of your training process, including:

• training paces and intensity zones
• recovery and fatigue management
• race week recommendations
• basic nutrition guidelines for runners
• common mistakes to avoid
• how to properly use and adapt the training plan

🔗 Download the guide here:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cXPs3NETrHCvVrUuSQsyA76JufYZ3ruF/view?usp=sharing


The program combines structured interval sessions, tempo workouts and long runs with integrated race pace work to help runners improve consistency, pacing control and race-day confidence.

All key sessions are fully structured and compatible with Garmin, Wahoo, Polar and other supported training platforms.

🔹 Who this plan is for

• Intermediate runners targeting a sub-1h45 half marathon
• Athletes with previous running or racing experience
• Runners training 4–5 days per week
• Athletes looking for device-ready structured workouts
• Runners seeking efficient and guided progression

This plan is ideal for runners looking for a practical and performance-oriented half marathon preparation.

🔹 Plan structure

• 8 weeks of structured half marathon training
• Progressive long runs with race pace integration
• Tempo and threshold development sessions
• Structured interval workouts
• Recovery and aerobic maintenance runs
• Midweek quality sessions
• Progressive race-specific pacing
• Final taper phase before race day

Each training phase is designed to balance progression, adaptation and recovery.

🔹 Structured workout methodology

All key workouts are delivered as structured sessions compatible with Garmin, Wahoo and Polar devices, allowing you to:

• Follow intervals automatically from your device
• Execute sessions with precise pace guidance
• Improve pacing consistency and training quality
• Focus on execution without manually tracking intervals

The structured format provides clarity, precision and an improved training experience.

🔹 Equipment / Requirements

• GPS watch or compatible training device
• Appropriate running shoes for training and racing
• Access to roads, track or treadmill

🔹 Coach Support

This plan includes email coach support for general training questions and guidance throughout the program.

🏁 Train with structure, improve your pacing and prepare to break the 1h45 barrier with a progressive structured training plan designed for consistent performance development.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x5
03:34:00 01:15:00
Strength x1
00:35:00 00:45:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
03:34:00 01:15:00
Strength
00:35:00 00:45:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

César Hernández Lloret

CHL Endurance

Entrenador de running, triatlón y ciclismo. Titulación académica en Ciencias del Deporte, experiencia con selecciones nacionales (ESP, URU, VEN). Planificación estructurada, trabajo por ritmos y control de carga para maximizar rendimiento y prevenir lesiones

Endurance coach specialized in running, triathlon and cycling. Sport Science Degree, experience working with national teams. Structured training, pace-based methodology & smart load management to maximize performance and reduce injury risk


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  • If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More

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