Ready to break 3:20 in your next marathon? This newly enhanced and fully structured training plan is designed specifically for runners aiming to run inside 3 hours 20 in mile format with 5 days running per week. Ideal if you’ve previously run close to this mark or have a recent half marathon time between 1:34-1:38.
This is not just another generic plan. It’s built using proven methods from over 14 years of coaching and personal racing experience, tailored for runners who want structure and guidance. Each week is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from myself, to give you all the tools and structure you need to succeed and enjoy the journey! Plus strength training with video tutorials.
My training ideas fall in line with my own experience as an athlete and whilst AI is a powerful tool, it hasn't physically experienced what it is like to run a 5km on the red line or that feeling at 35km in the marathon when everything hurts! That's where I can help you.
Key Features:
Structured Workouts delivered straight to your compatible GPS watch.
5-Days running per week
Progressive Training Blocks split into Base, Transition, Race-Specific, and Taper phases.
Marathon-Specific Strength Training with video examples to support your performance and reduce injury risk.
Integrated Fuelling Advice, including recommended gels for each long run.
Bonus Downloads: A detailed user guide, injury prevention tips, and a 12-page PDF race nutrition & guide.
Access to JM Run Club, packed with training resources and exclusive insights.
Who’s It For?
This plan suits runners who can comfortably run up to 12-miles by week one. If you're not quite there yet, build your base before starting.
We can adjust the structure of your week accordingly for you, so just ask. For example accommodating a Sunday long run.
We also incorporate 5K and 10K workouts throughout the programme to keep your top-end speed sharp, helping marathon pace feel that little bit easier on race day.
Built by an Professional 2:08 Marathoner
I’m Jonny Mellor international distance runner with a PB of 2:08:46 (marathon) and 61:59 (half marathon), and coach to runners of various abilities across the world. Since founding JM Coaching in 2013, I’ve helped runners smash goals from first-time finishes to international age-group selections.
When you purchase this plan, you're not only investing in your performance, you’re also helping support my own journey as a professional athlete competing on the world stage.
Don’t Just Take My Word for It:
Check out what other runners have said about my coaching at www.jmcoaching.co.uk/testimonials or search JM Coaching on Google for more reviews.
My coaching philosophy is devised from proven research and experience of what some of the worlds leading athletes and coaches have used and also from personal experience, knowing what has worked and what has impaired or halted my progression as an athlete. I am a current Great Britain International Athlete and have successfully coached a series of athletes using very similar approaches. My coaching influences come from previous personal coaches and my current lead coach and mentor Steve Vernon.