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Hybrid Marathon Plan - Advanced

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Hybrid Marathon Plan - Advanced

Author

Mark Toller

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Length

13 Weeks

Plan Description

Marathon Training Plan (12 Weeks)
Athlete Summary
This training plan is designed for athletes who are reasonably fit, regularly run, and enjoy cycling. Target goal is to complete a marathon in under 3:52:00. To achieve this, the plan includes structured periodization, recovery weeks, cycling as cross-training, strength training, and yoga for injury prevention and mobility.
Plan Overview
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Runs per week: 4
• Cycling sessions: Integrated for endurance & recovery
• Strength training: 1-2x per week
• Yoga: Recovery & flexibility
• Periodization: Every 4th week is a recovery phase
• Taper: Final 2 weeks reduce intensity for peak race readiness

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
00:18:00 03:52:00
Strength x2
01:00:00 00:30:00
Other x2
00:36:00 00:30:00
Bike x1
00:51:00 01:15:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
00:18:00 03:52:00
Strength
01:00:00 00:30:00
Other
00:36:00 00:30:00
Bike
00:51:00 01:15:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


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Mark Toller

Tri-Fit Coaching

Stuck in a rut with your training, struggling to make gains or new to Triathlon and overwhelmed by information, sound familiar? The are the most common reasons for reaching out to a coach. My approach is to keep it simple, work with the athlete and above all listen and understand. Let’s have a chat and see if I can help you. Mark Toller BTF Level 2 with Diploma


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