This Marathon Training plan is designed for one of the fastest marathons in the USA: Houston Marathon.
Quick Facts:
-Length: 10-16 weeks
-Runs per week: 4-6
-Key/Hard Workouts per week: 1-2
-Cross-training days per week: 1-2
-Garmin Structured Workout Compatible
-McMillan Calculator paces integrated into all workouts
-Geared towards the Combo type of runner
Plan includes:
-All the best tried and true McMillan marathon workouts geared towards combo runners
-Builds fitness in a gradual, yet progressive way to help you stay injury-free
-Goal pace predictor workouts to dial in your goal pace
-Progressive long runs to increase your endurance
-Stamina-boosting marathon specialty workouts
-Predictor workouts to determine your best pace for race day
-Gradual pace advancement through the training plan to keep you optimally challenged
-Workout swapping – flexibility to move runs around based on your life -schedule
-Built-in injury prevention and strength training routines to perform in sync with your running workouts
-Form drills to improve your speed and efficiency
Prep:
-Be able to run 3-5mi (4.8-8km) on your regular runs and at least 8mi (12.8km) on your long runs
Need more weeks? Try these plans!:
-Base Training Plan: adds up to 8 weeks
-Hill Module: adds up to 6 weeks (opt.)
-Speed Module: adds up to 6 weeks (opt.)
-Marathon Training Plan: 16 weeks
