Thank you for selecting this Marathon training plan, proudly presented by LB Endurance.

The plan is intended for Multisport athletes (triathletes) that have at least one year of running experience and/or may have completed a half marathon already. Athletes regularly swim, bike and run.

To start this plan, you should already have at one month of at least 20-miles running per week base training, or three months of 10-20 miles per week running. Of less importance, you should be able to bike twice per week, up to 90 minutes, and swim up to 2500 yards in a session. Swim and bike workouts in this plan may be scaled to where you are.

Each training week includes three to four runs, one or two strength training sessions as well as two bikes and one swim. You will also find one or two planned recovery days each week. Strength training, cross-training and rest are important to maintain the body, mind and soul while preparing for a marathon. Running and marathon preparation is the focus of this plan. However, you will be maintaining minimal swim and bike readiness for triathlon. The swim and bike training allow for a reduction in running volume.

The plan includes helpful tips for fueling and hydration, race planning and pacing. Runs incorporate easy base miles, speed work, tempo training and long runs.

Have fun! If you have questions, or are interested in enhancing this plan, contact us at lana@lbendurance.com or visit lbendurance.com. We also offer plan enhancements such as schedule customization, training zone determination and race planning/feedback.

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Good luck and enjoy the training and your marathon experience!