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Marathon Plan - Intermediate

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Marathon Plan - Intermediate

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Author

Maria Simone

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Length

18 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

This plan is designed for the runner who has completed a marathon previously, and is looking to level up to an intermediate plan that sets them up for a PR performance.

The plan includes 5x/week of runs. Cross training days are designated but not structured.

Before starting this plan, you should be running consistently 4-5x/week, with a total of 3-4 hours per week of running. You should be able to run a minimum of 75 minutes continuously. Runs are programmed in duration (not miles).

This plan uses a mix of both HR and pace targets. HR is used for aerobic work. Speed work uses pace targets. It begins with a 5k TT to help you set both HR and pace targets.

This plan does not come with regular coach correspondence. However, anyone who purchases the plan may have a one-time email consult - maria@nolimitsendurance.com. I recommend you take the time to review the entire plan and take note of any questions you have. Then, email them to maximize this correspondence. If you'd like a phone or video consult, you get 20% off the current rate.

Athletes who purchase this plan receive a 10% discount to join our #NLECrew, the team for endurance athletes with no limits! Visit #NLECrew for details or to sign up.

Upon purchase of the plan, the code to get your club discount is included in the plan.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x5
04:22:00 03:00:00
Day Off x1
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X-Train x1
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
04:22:00 03:00:00
Day Off
—— ——
X-Train
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Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

Maria Simone

No Limits Endurance Coaching

What's your big dream - you know the one that makes you feel scared AND excited? Yup, that one. From big goals for the first time or a fast time, I can to help!

I coach with a holistic approach that considers your athletic ability and history, mental training, and life-training balance. We'll focus on your short and long terms goals and all available metrics to dynamically progress your training.


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  • 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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