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Goal: 21k Half Marathon for Beginners | 8 weeks

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Goal: 21k Half Marathon for Beginners | 8 weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Effective training

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Length

8 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

👉 If this is your first time following a training plan for a race, it’s important to progress steadily. We’re not aiming for immediate results but rather a gradual improvement to condition your body to complete a half marathon in 8 weeks.

👉 This plan is designed for those who have engaged in sports at some point and want to start running.

👉 You'll begin with sessions alternating between running and walking, allowing your body to adapt gradually. We’ll increase the duration of continuous runs until you reach between 90 and 120 minutes. Additionally, we’ll incorporate workouts with pace changes to enhance your aerobic efficiency and endurance.

📚 Throughout the program, you’ll learn key techniques to train without injuries and achieve sustainable results.

📆 The plan includes training cycles that combine load weeks with recovery weeks, organized into 4-5 sessions per week. Intensity will be monitored through perceived effort (RPE) or heart rate for more precise tracking if you prefer.

💪 Let’s achieve your first half marathon together, step by step!

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x4
02:54:00 01:01:00
strength x2
00:05:00 00:40:00
Day Off x2
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run Run
02:54:00 01:01:00
StructuredStrength strength
00:05:00 00:40:00
Rest Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

Marc Guardia Colomer

effectivetraining

Con un Máster en Alto Rendimiento, mi enfoque es ayudarte a equilibrar el entrenamiento con tu vida diaria, ya seas un atleta aficionado o profesional. Mis planes de entrenamiento se adaptan a tus necesidades, ofreciendo sesiones eficientes durante la semana y enfocándonos en la resistencia los fines de semana. Juntos, alcanzaremos tus metas deportivas mientras mantenemos un equilibrio saludable entre el deporte, la familia y la carrera profesional.


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