14 Week Highly Efficient Marathon Plan | Intermediate | Free Coach Support | Max 3 Hour Run
14 Week Highly Efficient Marathon Plan | Intermediate | Free Coach Support | Max 3 Hour Run
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Length
14 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description


Take Your Marathon Performance to New Heights
This 14-week plan is designed for intermediate runners ready to push beyond limits and elevate their race strategies. With structured sessions targeting pacing, endurance, and speed, every run counts. Designed using the most modern marathon training science, your long runs are capped at 3 hours to ensure you are recovered enough, injury free and able to perform during every session.
The Benefits for You
- Peak Performance: Reach your full potential with a proven training approach.
- Build Endurance & Speed: Improve stamina and pacing to sustain your goal race pace.
- Stay Motivated: Varied sessions keep you engaged and excited to train.
- Train Efficiently: Sessions averaging just over an hour fit seamlessly into busy schedules.
- Gain Confidence: Prepare with purpose, knowing each session builds towards race day success.
Targets of the Plan
- Build endurance and strength to maintain pace over the marathon distance.
- Incorporate race-specific intensity into your training with confidence.
- Arrive at race day fresh, strong, and ready to achieve your goals.

Structured Progression
- Weeks 1–4: Build your base with endurance runs and early race pace efforts.
- Weeks 5–7: Increase training volume and enhance stamina with race pace work.
- Weeks 8–12: Push limits with higher volume and speed-focused sessions above race pace.
- Weeks 13–14: Taper your training to ensure full recovery and peak readiness.
Key Features
- Efficiency and Progress: 4 to 6 meticulously structured runs per week to maximize gains.
- Proven Training Structure: From base building to peak performance, the plan ensures steady progress.
- Integrated Smartwatch Support: Real-time tracking and feedback keep you on course.
- Progressive Variety: Endurance runs, race pace efforts, speed sessions, and tapering ensure balanced training.
Who Is This Plan For?
- Intermediate Marathon Runners: Perfect for athletes ready to elevate their performance.
- PB Chasers: Ideal for runners aiming to break their personal best with structured training.
- Dedicated Performers: For those seeking structure, progression, and measurable results.
You should be comfortable running for 40 minutes before starting this plan.
What You Get
- 14 weeks of detailed, progressive training.
- 4–6 runs per week, focused on maximizing time on your feet.
- 2–3 rest days per week for optimal 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 challenge, enjoy the journey, and achieve your marathon goals like never before!
How it Works
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x5
|
04:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Other
x2
|
00:28:00 | 00:15:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
04:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
|
00:28:00 | 00:15:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- 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
Refund Policy
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