Half Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners

Below you will find a half marathon training schedule for beginners that will allow you to train properly so as you can complete the half marathon. I found when I started out that the temptation was to try and do a little more than was on the plan. I also did some running on the rest days. Both of those ideas were really bad ones.

The reality check that I had to give myself quickly was in the end pretty simple. There is no point in reading a plan devised by someone who is an expert in the field of running, and then decide to do your own thing. It is a bit like following a recipe for a cake and just changing the ingredient sizes.

Understanding A Half Marathon Schedule

Rest days are so vital to your success so take advantage of them. Now I know that some people will do some additional interval exercises, perhaps some strength training, and that is fine, but you should not be running. Your body at times demands rest and the schedule below will make sure that it gets enough rest in preparation for your half marathon run.

Tips For Half Marathon Beginners

If you are new to the half marathon then the above training schedule is a really good one to use. It is ideal for beginners as it starts off gently, and over a 12-week period slowly builds up your strength, stamina and endurance.

The half marathon is as you probably know 13.1 miles and we have worked out that if you follow this 12-week schedule, then you will be ready to run this race in about three - four months.

The good thing about this distance is that most people can achieve this. The keys to success are to follow the plan, train consistently, and just to keep going even on the days when you feel rough. We have of course built rest days into the plan as there are times when your body does need to recover.

It is also important to drink plenty of water and to eat as healthy as you can. Getting a good night's sleep is also very important. When all these things start to come together, then you can be assured that you will be in great condition on the day of the race.

The most important thing though above all else is to find a schedule that suits your needs, and then stay closely to that schedule. These have been proven to work time after time, and it is exactly what professional athletes do.