When most people start running, they just get out there and go. That can be a good thing, as overthinking things early on can lead to analysis paralysis.
But it can also be a bad thing, leading to either inconsistent training on the one hand or overtraining on the other.
When it’s time to take your training to the next level – and “next level” can mean anything from running your first organized race to chasing down a Boston qualifying time – it helps to work off a specific training plan. There are many available on the internet, and a few popular ones have been documented in books.
I’ve tried to go through many of the more popular training plans and provide some analysis and overview of who should (or shouldn’t) use them and what you can expect. Take a look, and hopefully you’ll find the right training plan to meet your needs and get you to your goals.
If you’re training for a running event and looking for a good training plan, Jack Daniels’ Running Formula is usually a good place to look. The book includes a variety of plans for distances ranging from the mile up to the marathon. This particular review will focus on the 5k to 10k plan. I used … Read more
Jack Daniels is a legendary running coach, and many runners look to him for advice on how to train. Jack Daniels half marathon training plans are rigorous training schedules that will get you in peak shape to cover 13.1 miles. If you’re looking for a training plan to help you prepare for a half marathon, … Read more
Looking for a training schedule to get you through 13.1 miles and hit a new PR? Here’s an overview of the Pete Pfitzinger half marathon plan, along with some guidance on whether or not they’ll work for you. Pete is an accomplished distance runner who went on to study exercise science and write several books … Read more
Hal Higdon is a runner and a long-time writer for Runner’s World. He’s also written a lot of books about writing, and his half marathon training plans are very popular among beginners. If you’re looking for a training plan to help you prepare for a half marathon, keep reading. We’ll take a look at Hal’s … Read more
The half marathon – 13.1 miles – is a great race. It’s not as physically draining as a full marathon, but you also can’t wing it like you can a 5k. To be prepared, you’ll need to train – using one of these 12 week half marathon training plans. I took a look at a … Read more