Half marathon
Half-Marathon Training for Beginners
A first half marathon is a staged project. The goal is not one heroic long run, but weeks of easy volume and controlled progression.
Build the base first
Before half-marathon training feels stable, you should be able to run or run-walk consistently several times per week.
Use long runs carefully
The long run builds confidence and endurance. Increase it gradually and keep most of it easy enough to recover from.
Choose race pace late
A realistic race pace should come from recent training evidence, not only a finish-time wish.
Taper before race day
Reduce training load before the race so you arrive fresher while keeping a little rhythm in the legs.