Beginner Marathon Training (20 Weeks)
Beginner Marathon Training (20 Weeks)
Length
20 Weeks
Plan Description
This plan is perfect if you're looking to run your first marathon and have a good base mileage under your belt. This plan includes some basic speed work after the initial base building period.
Cross training days are great for swimming, cycling, yoga, hiking and strength training. Strength training can also be added to easy run days but should not be done on long run or speed work days.
Active recovery should be kept easy.
Race week can be rearranged depending on whether the race is Saturday or Sunday.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x4
|
23mi | 22mi |
|
X-Train
x2
|
01:12:00 | 00:45:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
23mi | 22mi | |
|
|
01:12:00 | 00:45:00 |
Training Load By Week
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