Is This Plan For You?
This 8-week Half Marathon Beginner plan by GA Endurance is designed for runners who can already run 5–8 km continuously and want to build a structured, data-driven foundation for longer-distance performance.
Whether you are preparing for your first half-marathon or returning to consistent training, this plan helps you develop aerobic capacity, improve running efficiency, and build durability—without unnecessary fatigue or complexity.
The program follows a clear progression: starting with baseline testing, building aerobic structure, and finishing with reassessment to track your development over the 8 weeks.
What You Can Expect
Structured, easy-to-follow daily workouts built around proven endurance principles
A strong focus on aerobic development, pacing control, and long-run progression
Clear intensity guidance using pace, heart rate, or perceived effort
Integrated testing at the beginning and end of the plan to measure progress
Optional strength training recommendations to support durability and injury prevention
Coaching & Support
This plan includes Coach Access.
If you have any questions during the program, you can reach out at any time 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 structured training over an 8-week period
No advanced equipment is required, but a GPS watch or heart rate monitor is recommended for best results.
Final Note
By the end of this 8-week block, you will have a clear understanding of your fitness level through structured testing and improved aerobic performance.
If you want to continue your progression toward full half-marathon performance, 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.