80/20 Running: 2020 Edition Marathon Level 1 (3.5 to 6.5 Hours per Week)

Meticulously crafted from the principles laid out in Matt Fitzgerald's bestselling book 80/20 Running, this Marathon Level 1 training plan will provide you with the same workout structure used by the most successful runners in the world. It has been specifically formulated to ensure the athlete adheres to the 80/20 principle.

Target Athlete

This plan is appropriate for newer runners preparing for their first marathon and for more experienced runners who need or prefer a relatively low-volume training program. Before you begin the plan, build your training to the point where you are running at least 3 times per week for up to 6 miles or more.

Lifetime Plan

All purchased 80/20 Endurance plans become a permanent part of your TrainingPeaks plan library. You can start, stop, and reuse the plan as often as you like, beginning or ending at any point in the plan.

Level Guarantee

Not sure which level is right for you? Review our Level Comparison Chart to find the best fit. Additionally, each 80/20 plan comes with a Level Guarantee: If you discover that the level you have selected is too hard or too easy for you, simply contact us for a complimentary switch to a different level within the same distance.

100% Structured Workouts

Each workout can be exported to a supported device, which will automatically guide you through the session with duration, lap, and intensity prompts. Workouts do not have to be exported to be performed effectively, as the descriptions provide all the information to successfully complete the workout. See our Structured Workout page for more information. This plan leverages TrainingPeaks structured workouts with Heart-Rate based workouts, but you can obtain the same plan using Pace or Power workouts by contacting us.

Support

Robust support and documentation for your plan can be found at the 80/20 Resources page. You will be able to contact the authors directly to request clarification on any issue.

Testimonials

I finally found what works for me with 80/20 Running. No injuries, a personal best, and a newfound love of running! Brendan Griffin – Houston, Texas

80/20 is the Holy Grail for me. I can actually feel the improvement, but I am never too tired to train. Martijn Crajé – Malden, Netherlands

The 80/20 plan has changed my life and made me more confident in my abilities. I owe it all to 80/20 Endurance. Chris Black – Peoria, Illinois

Best thing I ever did to improve my running was adopting the 80/20 practice. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom – Sydney, Australia

Read hundreds more 80/20 Endurance testimonials and success stories at our website.

Bundles and Subscriptions

Save up to 25% when you bundle an 80/20 plan and a TrainingPeaks Premium subscription with our Bundles and Subscriptions.

Strength Training

Every 80/20 Endurance plan is paired with an optional strength training plan designed to perfectly supplement your training.

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