Marathon Training Plan

The following is a calendar with a day by training schedule leading up to the marathon. None of this is set in stone, but it gives me direction. Surely, I will make alterations as necessary.

This schedule isn't rocket science. I haven't employed any fancy speed workout, cross training sessions, mid week long runs, or any other specialty workouts.

The beauty is in the simplicity. The plan focuses on consistency, with 4 days of distance runs, 1 long run, 1 tempo run, and one day off. Throughout the months, I'm either increasing my mileage or my intensity, but not both at the same time.

Once again, I want to emphasize the importance of having a plan such as this, but not sticking to it so rigidly that it becomes counter productive. Listen to your body and modify your workouts as needed.