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