Half Marathon Training Plans
Training plans assembled by Bobby McGee from Bobby McGee Endurance Sports:
Highly recommend that those runners utilizing the run to finish plan, utilize the run/walk method. Do all training as a max of 10min of running with a 30-60sec walk break before the next 10min or less run. 2hr 30min & faster runners may also find that using this method to train and race may bring quicker recovery, faster overall pace and a faster time on race day. I suggest racing this way also, unless you are a runner that is aiming at sub 1hr 45min.
Steady State Run
These are continuous runs at your projected race pace or a little faster. If you choose the run walk method, use it during this workout to perfect your pacing for race day.
Hills
3-6x45-90sec strong uphill runs, with a jog down recovery, followed by 4-5x20-30sec slightly quicker uphill runs with a walk down recovery. Build volume with each ensuing session, i.e. start with the lesser.
Repeats
These are half mile (or 800m - twice around a track) repetitions. Recover by walking 1.5-3min between.
LR
Long run for the week.
