The Beginner Program is geared to first-timer marathoners and gradually builds in mileage and intensity allowing your body to adapt to the new distances week to week.
Week by week, you will gradually progress your mileage from a 5 mile run to running 20 miles in preparation for the race. The key is in the recipe that includes a perfect blend of running easy days, long endurance runs, cross-training and rest.
The Beginning Marathon Training Program includes four runs per week. The program also includes optional cross-training workouts and rest days. Cross-training allows you to incorporate other activities you enjoy to compliment your program. Cross-training activities may include cycling, yoga, swimming, elliptical or any activity that is not walking or running.
The Beginner or First-Timer Marathon Program is a perfect strategy for those who have been running 3-5 miles comfortably 3-4 times per week for at least six months. If you are running less, that is okay! Consider the Run-Walk Program for the marathon.
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Comments (10)
I received an error message when I tried to download the beginner’s marathon training program. Also, do you have any training information for training for a half-marathon?
I been trying to download the marathon training program and keep on getting an error message. I actually ordered the book by jenny to get the programs. HOpefully they are the same
Hi! Thanks for checking out this feature on our site. It should work now.
Best,
Sean
Where do I put my zip code in to find a walking/running partner?
Thank you,
Barbara
I am trying to locate a great training program I used last year.
Health Magazine Online
Health, March 2006
8 Weeks to a Half-Marathon
by Judi Ketteler
I am unable to download it.
Could you please send me the chart. It was a great plan and got me in great shape for my last 1/2 marathon. Thanks!
Hi Michelle,
Were you ever able to locate the “8 Weeks to a Half-Marathon” training program?
At me such question
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I have tried to learn to run so many times with no success. Every plan seems to involve starting by running for 1-2 minutes and walking for 3-4 minutes for a total of at least 1/2 an hour. I can do do a run/walk of 1/4 min but no matter how much I try I never improve beyond that, I once did this for 5 months with no improvement! Is there something different that I can do to learn to run?
looking for a training for a first time half marathon. I’m over 60.
i am trying to find the training for “running a 1/2 marathon in 8 weeks”. i will have just that much time after having our baby to do the one in june next year. could you email the link to me so that i can print it out?
thanx :o)