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8 WEEK HALF MARATHON PREP

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8 WEEK HALF MARATHON PREP

Author

Blaž Dragar

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Length

8 Weeks

Plan Description

Are you a complete beginner runner and want to run a half marathon but don't have a whole bunch of time to train? Then this plan is right for you! Suitable for beginner runners that are looking to run a half marathon in 8 weeks.

Enjoy a training process under supervision from professional coach! Each workout comes with a detailed description of why and how it is done and what to be careful about. Workouts are also analyzed and feedback is given on a daily basis. Communication takes palce via Trainingpeaks comment sections, E-mail and/or phone/video call.

Required equipment: running shoes and a GPS watch with a HR monitor.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
03:21:00 02:00:00
Day Off x2
—— ——
strength x1
00:34:00 00:25:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
03:21:00 02:00:00
Day Off
—— ——
strength
00:34:00 00:25:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

Blaz Dragar

RC Endurance Coaching

I'm Blaž and I'm a cycling and running coach from Slovenia. I originally started as a mountainbiker and competed in cross country mountain bike racing for 6 years and I also did some racing on the road. Then I picked up ultra-trail running and now I do all those sports and occasionally also still compete, just not as frequently. Meanwhile I finished studying at Faculty of sports and am now focusing on helping runners and cyclists of all kinds.

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