This is a 16-week training plan ideal for runners who are currently running before starting the training. Runners should be prepared for mileage building up to 55 at it's highest. This is a mileage based training plan, not based on run duration. It is also helpful to have a recent race result to serve as the basis for training places (or to compete in a race during the first few weeks of training). There is one rest day built in with a second rest day optional. I recommend all of the Tempo workouts be completed at a track for ease and all marathon sim runs be completed on the roads to replicate real race conditions. As always, stretching and strength training should be supplemented to your training.

I am also available for specific coaching if you wish to make this more personalized.