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Beginner 9-Day Cycle Marathon - 18 Weeks

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Beginner 9-Day Cycle Marathon - 18 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Luke Humphrey

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Length

18 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

This is a modified version of the classic advanced program. This training plan is made to accommodate a 9 day training cycle instead of a traditional 7 day training cycle. It includes 6 days of week of running and builds from 35 to 60 miles per week. This program does offer two days of recovery between SOS days. However this does mean that you will have long runs fall on weekdays, so the ideal runner will have the flexibility to accommodate these when necessary.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x8
41mi 16mi
Day Off x1
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
41mi 16mi
Day Off
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Training Load By Week


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Luke Humphrey

Luke Humphrey Running

Luke Humphrey Running is dedicated to helping runners of all abilities who are looking to improve their performance. Since 2006, we have helped thousands of runners reach personal bests, Boston qualifiers, and Olympic Trials qualifiers. If you are looking to improve, we are here to help!


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