It’s not unusual to be a little bit intimidated by the idea of running a half marathon.

Who Should Use This 10-Week Half Marathon Training Plan?

If this is your first half marathon, this 10-week training plan is perfect for you.

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“You should be able to run 3 miles comfortably, without stopping,” she advises.

“You might also have experience running a 5K or you’ve done a smaller race before.”

With that in mind, let your easy runs be truly easy and comfortable.

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Aim for a conversational pace that doesn’t leave you too out of breath.

Aim for Consistency

Life gets busy we get it!

However, aim for consistency when it comes to the day you do your long run each week.

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The 10-Week Half-Marathon Training Plan

Ready to start your journey to the finish line?

View your 10-week half marathon training plan for beginners below.

Nix the confusion when reading workout plans by reviewing the essential marathon training terms below.

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Easy Run: On an easy run, you’ll be able to maintain a conversational pace.

Generally, you should aim to maintain a pace that rests below 70% of your maximum heart rate.

Speed Run:You’ll hit or exceed your VO2 max pace in these brief sprints.

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Cross-Train:Cross-training refers to exercise outside of running.

This could be anything from cycling to swimming.

Tempo:Tempo runs are between an easy run and a speed run.

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You’ll push yourself to a faster pace, but you will only maintain it for a short duration.

You’ll want to increase your long run length weekly as you train.

Rest Day:Taking a day off from all exercise.

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Rest days are essential for recovery and prevent you from pushing yourself to the point of injury.

For the best results, try sandwiching your longer runs between rest days.

Active Recovery:This refers to low-intensity exercises.

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Some days, you may opt out of a rest day and go with active recovery instead.

Active recovery is generally positioned after intense workouts in a workout plan.

Pace:How fast you’re moving.

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Understanding pace allows you to estimate the length of time it’ll take you to run specific distances.

(For obvious reasons, this is key to training for a half marathon.)

Distance:Simply put how far you’re running.

10 Week Half Marathon Training Plan

How to Train for a Half Marathon for Beginners

10 Week Half Marathon Training Plan

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