This is an intermediate level training plan for a half marathon within the next two months. It is ideal for someone who has been running consistently and has endurance base but wants to target a specific event. You should be able to run 4 times a week with a long run of 8 miles at the start of the plan. The long runs are on Sundays with the rest of the workouts Tuesday - Friday to allow for family time on the weekend. Saturday is scheduled for cross training or off. The workouts are time based with intensity and pace guidelines to allow for easy completion without having to find a track to use. The mileage for this plan tops out at 34 miles per week with a long run of 12 miles prior to the goal race
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