half marathon

Question
Hi,
I've got a half marathon in about a month and a half that I've been working up to, and am running about 24 miles a week now, with two days off during the week, and one longer run. What do you suggest my running schedule be from now until the half? Thanks

Answer

Half Marathon - Last 4 Joanna

First off, congratulations, it's a great accomplishment and you should be very proud of yourself. And as race time inches closer, just remember to taper during the last week leading up to the race. I'd go with something like this:

Week 1
Stretch & Strengthen
5 m run
3 m run or cross train
5 m run + strength
Rest or easy run
Rest
10-K Race

Week 2
Stretch &
Strengthen
5 m run
3 m run or cross
5 m run +
strength
Rest
60 min cross
9 m run

Week 3
Stretch &
Strengthen
5 m run
3 m run or cross
5 m run +
strength
Rest
60 min cross
10 m run

Week 4
Stretch &
Strengthen
4 m run
3 m run or cross
2 m run
Rest
Rest
Half Marathon


This should give you enough training and just enough tapering prior to your half marathon, congrats, and let me know how it goes!


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