Is This Plan For You?
This 16-week Half Marathon Beginner plan by GA Endurance is designed for runners who want to build a complete and structured aerobic foundation before moving into race-specific training.
It is ideal for athletes who can already run 5–8 km continuously and are ready to train with purpose, consistency, and a data-driven approach.
This plan focuses on developing aerobic capacity, steady-state strength, and long-run durability—without unnecessary intensity or complexity.
What You Can Expect
A fully structured 16-week progression divided into Base 1 and Base 2
Gradual increase in volume with clear intensity control
Strong focus on aerobic development, pacing precision, and endurance durability
Integrated testing phases to measure progress and recalibrate training zones
Simple, structured workouts using pace, heart rate, or perceived effort
Optional strength guidance to support injury prevention and long-term consistency
Coaching & Support
This plan includes Coach Access.
If you have any questions during your training, you can reach out anytime via:
coachsupport@gaendurance.com
Requirements
To start this plan, you should be able to:
Run continuously for at least 5–8 km
Train 3–4 times per week consistently
Commit to a structured 16-week progression
A GPS watch or heart rate monitor is recommended for best results.
Final Note
Over these 16 weeks, you will build a strong aerobic base, improve your pacing control, and develop the durability required for half-marathon performance.
Through structured testing and progressive loading, you will clearly see your improvement and be ready to transition into race-specific training.
To continue your progression, explore the next training phases at:
www.gaendurance.com
I’m Goksen Cinar, MSc, a sports scientist, national team coach, and founder of GA Endurance. With 25+ years of experience and more than 2,000 athletes coached, I combine sports science, data analysis, and practical endurance coaching. I’m a 4-time IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship qualifier and 4-time full-distance IRONMAN finisher, providing full-time coaching built around each athlete’s goals and life.My coaching philosophy begins with the individual.