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21K Beginner

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21K Beginner

Author

Victor Hugo Moreno Contreras

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Length

12 Weeks

Plan Description

12-Week Beginner Half Marathon Training Plan

Are you ready to tackle your first half marathon? This 12-week training plan is perfect for beginners who want to build endurance, develop confidence, and cross the finish line strong. Designed to fit into your busy life, the program focuses on gradual progression, increasing stamina, and improving running form to help you successfully complete your 21K.

What’s Included: ✅ Beginner-Friendly Sessions: Easy-to-follow runs and workouts designed for new long-distance runners.
✅ Gradual Progression: Increase your distance week by week without overwhelming your body.
✅ Instant Access: Start your program immediately after purchase.
✅ Strength Workouts: Simple routines to build strength and prevent injuries.
✅ Supportive Resources: Linked videos for technique, strength exercises, and weekly motivation tips.
✅ Race Day Checklist: Everything you need to prepare for your first half marathon.

Program Highlights 💡 Duration: 12 weeks.
🕒 Training Time: 6 hours per week on average.
🏃 Sessions:

6 sessions per week, including easy runs, long runs, and strength workouts.
Longest workout: 2 hours (weekend).
Includes rest days to ensure steady progress and recovery.
What Will You Gain? 🏃‍♀️ Endurance: Progress from short runs to completing a 21K.
💪 Strength: Build strength and prevent injury with strength-based exercises.
🎯 Confidence: Feel prepared, capable, and ready to conquer race day.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x6
05:14:00 02:00:00
Strength x1
00:45:00 01:00:00
Day Off x1
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run Run
05:14:00 02:00:00
Strength Strength
00:45:00 01:00:00
Rest Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

Victor Hugo Moreno Contreras

Minimuri Endurance

¡Hola!
Soy Víctor Hugo, entrenador especializado en triatlón, running y trail running, con más de 20 años de experiencia ayudando a atletas de todos los niveles. Mis planes de entrenamiento están diseñados para adaptarse a tu nivel y tiempo disponible, con un enfoque en la progresión segura, eficiencia aeróbica y equilibrio entre deporte y vida diaria. Juntos alcanzaremos tus objetivos disfrutando del proceso y cuidando tu bienestar.


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