Here you’ll find concrete training menu examples broken down by race distance and target time.
The key abilities and training priorities differ significantly between a 5,000m race and a full marathon. For each distance, we explain which training methods matter most and which ones to prioritize.
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Full Marathon Training Guide: Finish to Sub-3:30
Questions This Article Answers You want to know how many months of training it takes to finish a full marathon You’re not sure how often or how far to run each week to break 4:00 or 3:30 You want a concrete training plan and pace targets… -
10K Training Guide: Beginner to Sub-40 Minutes
Questions This Article Answers You want to run your first 10K, but you’re not sure you can finish You don’t know what it takes to build up to running 10 kilometers You want to know how to train for sub-40 or sub-35 This article is for be… -
5000m Training Guide: Break 18, 17, or 16 Minutes
Questions This Article Answers You want to build speed to set a new marathon PR You want to race a 5000m as a stepping stone toward your marathon You want to know how to train for a fast 5000m This article is for runners targeting sub-18… -
Sub-3 Marathon Training: Break Through Your Plateau
Questions This Article Answers I’m close to sub-3 but my times have stalled — what am I missing? I want to break 3 hours eventually, but I’m not sure how to structure my training. My schedule is tight — how can I train more efficiently? … -
Half Marathon Training Guide: Break Your Personal Record
Questions This Article Answers What training methods should I use to improve my half marathon time? How should I taper and prepare before a half marathon race? Target audience: runners from complete beginners (finishing under 2:00) to su…