STRYD Power meter or similar, using Coros, Garmin Polar etc
This plan is for the experience athlete running at least 30-40 kms per week.
To break 3:30 hr you should be capable of a sub 1:37 hr half marathon and a sub 43:00 min 10 km and should be able to run for 1:30 hr non-stop
This 16 week plan is developed for athletes running with power who are training for a 42km. This 42km plan is based solely on power and distance. It is intended for the runner that has 6 available days per week to train. The plan starts on a Monday with the long run is on a Sunday
As a guide your current STRYD CP should be near to 3.5 W/kg.
The power intensity targets for workouts are based on the runner's FTP or CP. As instructed with plan calendar details, if you would like assistance in determining your FTP, please contact me through this site. If you have not already calculated your Critical Power, refer to https://support.stryd.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003989074-How-do-I-perform-a-critical-power-test-and-get-my-critical-power-and-zones-
Once calculated stay within the power ranges especially on the high intensity workouts as this will reduce the possibility of the introduction latent excess fatigue.
As you near the end of the plan, feel free to contact me for planning your power target for the 42km.
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Simon Oliver is the founder of Pinnacle Multisport. His experience in racing as a competitive age grouper and adaption of training to the time crunched individual can offer a unique and individualised approach to training, racing and data analytics to ensure his clients achieve their best. Triathlon, Running and Cycling training plans for novice, intermediate and experienced athletes. Post workout feedback when coached or emails and in-depth review.