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EN Marathon 8 weeks 🎯 3h

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Author

Nicola Giovanelli

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Length

8 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Plan Description

‼️ With this program the goal is to finish the marathon in sub-3h

🕓 There are 3 to 5 training sessions per week

🏃🏻‍♂️ This program is for athletes who has ran at least 30-40 km/week in the last month

📈 Training load will gradually increase

⏱️ There is a threshold test at the beginning to set you training zones

🎯 To get the target you should run the first test at ~4'15-20''/km

🤩 Get this program and have fun in following your dreams

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x5
04:47:00 02:50:00
Day Off x1
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
04:47:00 02:50:00
Day Off
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Training Load By Week


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Nicola Giovanelli

Nicola Giovanelli

🔬 I am a PhD in exercise physiology and coach of trail running and running athletes
🏆 Bringing together my scientific knowledge and my running experience I can give you the best training program to reach your goals
⛰️ I am an expert in trail running coaching and I was in the Team La Sportiva
🔦 Also, I am the country manager for Petzl Running and Team Manager for La Sportiva International Team


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