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Marathon Training Plan Training Plan
Description
Conquer 26.2 miles with a structured, science-based plan built around your current fitness. The Marathon Training Plan provides a full approach to marathon preparation — including long runs, race-specific workouts, and strength-building sessions — all personalized using your VDOT score. You'll build endurance, confidence, and the ability to handle marathon pace on race day while avoiding burnout and injury. Perfect for: First-time marathoners Runners seeking structured guidance Athletes aiming for steady, smart marathon progress Highlights: 18 week plan VDOT-based personalized training paces 4-6 days of running per week Long-run progression to full race distance Marathon pace workouts & threshold sessions Strength training recommendations Structured recovery phases
Minimum Requirements
Weekly Mileage: Consistently running 15–20 miles per week for at least 4–6 weeks Long Run Base: Comfortable with a 6–8 mile long run (not necessarily fast, just steady) Weekly Frequency: Running at least 3 days per week Health Status: Injury-free and medically cleared for endurance exercise Mindset: Willingness to commit to 4–5 days of training per week, including long runs, rest, and recovery 🛠️ Nice to Have (but not mandatory): Some experience with shorter races (5K–10K) Ability to cross-train (bike, swim, etc.) if needed for injury prevention Access to safe running routes or a treadmill A running watch or app for tracking progress
Communication
No additional communication
Proud Dad of 3- If you are a busy parent and need a coach who can relate, I'm your guy. I ran under the guidance of Coach Jack Daniels during my Freshman year of college at SUNY Cortland! Abbott World Marathon Majors 6-Star Finisher VDOT Certified Distance Running Coach UESCA Running Coach USATF Level 1 Coach NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (NYS License)
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Supported Apps and Devices
Training available on Android and iOS.
4.9 • 2.4K Ratings
Sync data from popular fitness devices and apps
Marathon Training Plan - 18 weeks
Next Steps
- Purchase plan
- Setup your V.O2 training calendar account
- Submit training preferences
- Get your workouts to your V.O2 calendar
