Training Plans
Beginners Half Marathon Training Plan
This 9 week Beginners Half Marathon Training Plan is aimed at beginners who have a good fitness level but are taking on their first half marathon.
This training plan has been prepared by Neil Cusack. A veteran marathon runner Neil has previously won both the Boston Marathon and the Dublin City Marathon.
Runners Tip: Listen to your body!
We recommend that you consult with your GP if you have any health concerns before starting any training plan.
| Week | Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 3 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 3 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 21 |
| Week 2 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 24 |
| Week 3 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 24 |
| Week 4 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 23 |
| Week 5 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 25 |
| Week 6 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 26 |
| Week 7 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 26 |
| Week 8 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 2 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 25 |
| Week 9 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 2 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 25 |
Beginners Half Marathon Training Plan
This 9 week Beginners Half Marathon Training Plan is aimed at beginners who have a good fitness level but are taking on their first half marathon.
This training plan has been prepared by Neil Cusack. A veteran marathon runner Neil has previously won both the Boston Marathon and the Dublin City Marathon.
Runners Tip: Listen to your body!
We recommend that you consult with your GP if you have any health concerns before starting any training plan.
| Week | Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 3 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 3 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 21 |
| Week 2 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 24 |
| Week 3 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 24 |
| Week 4 | 3 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 23 |
| Week 5 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 7 miles easy | 25 |
| Week 6 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 26 |
| Week 7 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 26 |
| Week 8 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 2 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 25 |
| Week 9 | 3 miles | 6 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 2 miles | Rest | 8 miles easy | 25 |
