Advanced Marathoning

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Most weeks have one truly hard workout day. Early on, this is either lactate threshold cruise intervals or a tempo run. Later on, it’s shorter, faster intervals. There’s a second, easier workout day in most weeks that features an easy run followed by hill sprints or strides. Can be used for a first marathon if you’ve been training for awhile and the body is adapted to the stress of running In this blog post of Nate’s from July 2018 he compares and contrast’s Canova and Pfitzinger's marathon training methods. For those interested in that type of thing, it’s a good read.

Longest Run. There is some controversy over the length of the longest Long Run. I believe that it is better to have a longer longest run as this provides better preparation. However, this is only true if you build up to these longer runs gradually enough that you can recover well. A Long Run that leaves you overly fatigued will not benefit you. It's better to reach the start line slightly undertrained, than injured or burned out. Pete includes four different half marathon training plans in Faster Road Racing. They vary in the total volume of running and the number of days run. The amount of quality running in the workouts varies as well, but the periodization and the number of workouts remains more or less than same. There are concerns/questions about the efficacy of the late stage vo2max sessions rather than earlier in the program. Also i have heard concerns about the lightness of these workouts (e.g. 5x600). I'd like to hear comments on the first point. For me, the second point is not true - i found the vo2max sessions doable but difficult, perhaps because these are done 2 days after the long run. Reduce the length or decrease the pace of some of the speed work. If your plan has more than one speed work session per week, consider dropping one session. You can assume that 90% of the free training plans you find online are based upon that classical style of marathon training. One that I frequently recommend is from Train Like a Mother, though next March I’ll be pointing you to my new book!!The Pfitzinger Marathon Plan stands out for its simplicity. Unlike other training plans that may overwhelm runners with complex schedules and instructions, this plan offers clear and easy-to-follow guidance. Note: If you want to be self-trained, but have a little extra guidance without the cost of a coach, I provide support to members of my running course with their training plans, whichever ones they choose to use. Running Coach I reviewed my training log when I was using this plan and there was a note in there that I thought was telling: “My running feels the best it’s felt in a LONG TIME. I feel tired but strong.” And nearly all of my long runs had positive notes, e.g. felt great, could have gone further, pace felt easy, etc. My body definitely responded well to the variety of training. Prior Overtraining: 0. This plan is likely to increase your risk of Overtraining, rather than reduce it.

The lowest volume workout schedule is 31 to 47 miles. This plan starts with four days of running for the first four weeks, after which it increases to five days of running.Designed by a couple of triathletes, this plan provides plenty of room to spend time biking, swimming, hiking and doing other cross training. In fact, that’s a fundamental tenant of their program. Note: This post focuses on half marathon training. Here’s an overview of the Pfitz marathon plans. Where Can I Learn About Pete Pfitzinger Half Marathon Training? FIRST. Three runs per week; Tempo Runs, Interval Training and Long Runs, plus 2 days of cross training. This plans focuses on increasing endurance through high mileage and specific training workouts, such as long runs at goal pace and recovery periods between intense sessions. Days/Week and Easy Days. To keep Training Monotony low and get the best recovery, running 3-4 days/week is probably optimal. If you prefer to run more frequently, then it is critical to keep the easy days as easy as possible.