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Elevate RunMastery: 12-Week Half Marathon Excellence (3 Days/Week)

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Elevate RunMastery: 12-Week Half Marathon Excellence (3 Days/Week)

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Author

Lucien Locke

Length

12 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

Locke Performance Coaching 12-Week Half Marathon Training Program

Achieve your half marathon goals with Elevate Fitness Coaching's streamlined 12-week Half Marathon Training Program, specifically designed for those who can commit to training just three days per week. Whether you're a beginner tackling your first half marathon or an experienced runner aiming to improve your time, this program offers an efficient and effective approach to reaching your goals.

Program Highlights:

Three Days a Week: Train smart with a focused schedule that maximizes your results while fitting into a busy lifestyle. Each week includes:

Long Runs: Build endurance with progressively longer runs, preparing you for the demands of race day.
Speed Work: Boost your pace and stamina with targeted interval and tempo workouts.
Recovery Runs: Easy runs that promote recovery and prevent overtraining.
Structured Training Phases: Our program is divided into three distinct phases to optimize your training and ensure progressive improvement:

Base Building (Weeks 1-4): Establish a strong foundation with a focus on building endurance and gradually increasing mileage.
Speed and Strength (Weeks 5-8): Incorporate interval training, tempo runs, and strength workouts to enhance your speed, power, and running economy.
Peak and Taper (Weeks 9-12): Peak your training with race-specific workouts, followed by a tapering period to ensure you are well-rested and ready to perform your best on race day.
Nutrition and Hydration Guide: Included with your training plan is a comprehensive nutrition guide. Learn about pre-run meals, race-day nutrition, hydration strategies, and recovery foods to support your training and performance.

Flexibility and Adaptation: The program includes tips on how to adjust workouts based on your individual progress and needs, ensuring you stay on track even if life gets in the way.

Expert Advice and Tips: Benefit from expert coaching tips, motivational advice, and strategies to keep you focused and inspired throughout your training journey.

Embark on this 12-week journey with Locke Performance Coaching and cross the finish line of your half marathon feeling strong, confident, and accomplished. Let's make your half marathon dream a reality, all while training just three days a week!

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:45:00 02:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:45:00 02:00:00

Training Load By Week



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