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16 Week Highly Efficient Marathon PB Plan | Advanced | Free Coach Support | Max 3 Hour Run

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16 Week Highly Efficient Marathon PB Plan | Advanced | Free Coach Support | Max 3 Hour Run

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Author

Chris Searle - Efficient Endurance - Free Email Support

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Length

16 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

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Ready to Elevate Your Marathon Performance?


This 16-week plan is built for athletes ready to smash PBs. With carefully structured sessions, you’ll target key areas like pacing, endurance, and speed, ensuring every run counts.


This plan does not focus on the traditional 22 mile / 35km run and instead uses the modern methods of a maximum of 3 hours, utilizing optimal recovery, injury prevention and ensuring that you are ready to perform during every run.

The Benefits for You



  • Peak Performance: Reach your full potential with a proven training approach.

  • Build Endurance and Speed: Develop the stamina and pace to sustain your goal race pace—even when the miles add up.

  • Stay Motivated: Varied, engaging sessions keep you progressing.

  • Train Efficiently: Time-efficient sessions averaging just over an hour fit seamlessly into a busy lifestyle.

  • Gain Confidence: Prepare with purpose, knowing each session builds towards race day success.

Targets of the Plan



  • Develop speed endurance and sustain it over the marathon distance.

  • Gain the confidence and ability to incorporate race-specific intensity into your training.

  • Arrive at race day feeling fresh, strong, and ready to perform at your absolute best.



Structured Progression



  • Weeks 1–5: Base building with early race pace efforts to set a strong foundation.

  • Weeks 6–9: Increased training volume and race pace work to develop stamina.

  • Weeks 10–14: Pushing limits with higher volume and speed-focused sessions above race pace.

  • Weeks 15–16: Peaking and tapering to ensure optimal recovery and readiness for race day.

Key Features



  • Efficiency and Progress: With 4 to 6 meticulously structured runs per week, every session works to maximize your gains without overtraining.

  • Proven Training: From base building to peak performance, the plan ensures steady progress and preparation.

  • Integrates to Smartwatches: Real-time tracking and feedback ensure precision in every workout.

  • Progressive Variety: Endurance runs, race pace efforts, speed sessions, and tapering keep training engaging.

Who Is This Plan For?



  • Experienced Marathon Runners: Designed for athletes ready to elevate their performance.

  • PB Chasers: Perfect for those aiming to break their personal best with structured and progressive training.

  • Dedicated Performers: Ideal for anyone seeking structure, progression, and tangible results.


You should be comfortable running 40–50km per week before starting this plan.

What You Get



  • 16 weeks of detailed, progressive training.

  • 4–6 runs per week, including a double session day to sensibly increase running strength when fatigued.

  • 2 rest days per week to ensure proper recovery.

  • A fully integrated training calendar for seamless scheduling.

  • Email support whenever you need help or motivation.


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Your Next Level Awaits


This plan will help you develop the endurance, speed, and mental toughness required to excel on race day. Embrace the journey, and achieve heights you never thought possible!


How it Works

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x6
05:26:00 03:00:00
Other x2
00:33:00 00:15:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
05:26:00 03:00:00
Other
00:33:00 00:15:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

Chris Searle

Efficient Endurance

At Efficient Endurance, we are committed to assisting individuals in elevating their running, cycling, and swimming capabilities. We offer professional, detailed technique and endurance coaching services to help you in your journey.


  • This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
  • Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
  • Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
  • Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
  • Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
  • Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
  • If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More

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