Is a Pete Pfitz or Jack Daniels Marathon Plan Harder?

Two people lined up for a race. Let's compare marathon training plans.

If you are looking for an advanced marathon training plan, Pfitz and Jack Daniels are two of the most popular options. They are often recommended to runners asking questions at /r/AdvancedRunning. Runners tend to find their way into one camp or the other. As a result, many runners lack a full understanding of the other … Read more

Pros and Cons of the Pete Pfitzinger Half Marathon Training Plans

A man finishing his race strong after following a Pete Pfitzinger half marathon training plan.

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 training plans, 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 … Read more