16 Week Marathon Training Plan - Beginner
Are You Ready?
This plan is designed for runners who are comfortable with running regular 5k distances and are ready to take the next step towards a marathon. It features a variety of training zones with structured workouts that are tailored to heart rate, RPE, or pace. The plan peaks with a 20-mile long run and includes a strategic taper to ensure you’re fresh and ready for race day.
What Will You Achieve?
Over the course of 16 weeks, this plan is designed to get you physically and mentally prepared to cross the marathon finish line with confidence. By the end of the plan, you’ll be fully equipped to tackle your marathon goal, with your endurance, strength, and mental toughness finely tuned.
Free Training Peaks Account
When you sign up for this exceptional plan, you’re not just getting a training schedule—you’ll also receive a complimentary Training Peaks Basic Account. This account ensures your workouts are organised and synced with your calendar, so you never miss a session. The plan is built around efforts based on RPE, allowing you to train by feel.
Meet Your Coach: Jen Coppock
I'm Jen Coppock, your run coach, triathlon coach, and Biomechanics Coach. My speciality lies in injury prevention and rehab—because let's face it, injuries can derail your progress. My passion is supporting athletes who are chasing their dreams, whether that’s completing a marathon, smashing a personal best, or making a comeback from injury.
My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and ensure you’re ready to rise up on race day to achieve your goals. Every plan I design has a clear purpose, structured to bring you to the start line in peak form.
And remember, I’m just an email away if you need any support! 👍
I'm driven by seeing athletes like YOU succeed. As a Biomechanics Coach and Student Sports Injury Rehabilitator, I specialise in helping you move better, stay injury-free, and reach your goals. My plans focus on improving joint function, enhancing performance, and preventing injuries. I tailor each programme to fuel your determination and help you enjoy the journey. ’m here to help you train smarter, perform better, and achieve your full potential. Let’s unlock your best together!