Marathon (Advanced) for triathletes - Break 3:00 for the marathon
Marathon (Advanced) for triathletes - Break 3:00 for the marathon
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Length
16 Weeks
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Plan Description
This plan is for those runners hoping to break the 3:00 mark in the marathon, running 4:12 - 4:15 per km (6:45 - 6:50 per mile). Having helped countless marathoners and triathletes break this barrier on their way to Boston marathon qualifiers or just as an awesome off-season goal, this program features all of the key runs necessary to race with confidence on the day.
The 16 week program is broken into 4 main cycles, following a traditional periodisation model of 3 weeks build / 1 week rest or recovery. The final 2 cycles feature progressive marathon paced sessions to help the athlete both physically and mentally prepare. The program also crucially features a weekly strength program, a X- training day, plus a weekly swim session so that you can keep in touch with your swimming over the off-season. There are weekly notes around best running practice, recovery, nutrition and lots of tips and tricks to ensure that no stone is left unturned.
Because most triathletes will want to (and really should) include 1 swim and 1 ride, these are added into the program, with detailed swim sets that are predominantly aerobic and easy rides that will nicely offset the running volume. There are also very detailed notes on a weight training program that is specific to endurance running with detailed videos and notes to ensure proper execution.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send me an email.
How it Works
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Run
x5
|
04:02:00 | 02:59:00 |
Strength
x2
|
00:57:00 | 00:45:00 |
X-Train
x1
|
—— | —— |
Bike
x1
|
01:25:00 | 02:00:00 |
Swim
x1
|
00:35:00 | 01:10:00 |
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
04:02:00 | 02:59:00 | |
|
00:57:00 | 00:45:00 | |
|
—— | —— | |
|
01:25:00 | 02:00:00 | |
|
00:35:00 | 01:10:00 | |
|
—— | —— |
Training Load By Week
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- Heart Rate Monitor
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