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Marathon (Advanced) for triathletes - Break 3:00 for the marathon

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Marathon (Advanced) for triathletes - Break 3:00 for the marathon

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Author

Chris Hanrahan

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Length

16 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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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.

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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
Run
04:02:00 02:59:00
Strength
00:57:00 00:45:00
X-Train
—— ——
Bike
01:25:00 02:00:00
Swim
00:35:00 01:10:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

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Chris Hanrahan

Performance by 3

PB3 is a endurance and multi-sport squad coached by Nationally accredited Level 2 coach Chris Hanrahan, with almost 20 years coaching experience. The focus is on performance excellence in swim, bike and run. We coach goal oriented athletes looking to transition from good to great in endurance sports. Personalised programming with a focus on exercise science and constant feedback ensures that athletes striving for Ironman podiums, Kona qualifying or marathon best's get results they deserve.


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