We’ve got training tips for all abilities to ensure you’re running the right amount to build up your fitness. Our training plans are in PDF, if you require an alternative format please email us.
Follow our beginner half marathon training plan if this is your first half marathon or you’re new to running. This plan includes walk/run sessions to get you started and will have you running the full 13.1 miles by race day. Try this plan if you’re returning to running after a break before moving on to the intermediate plan.
Access the beginner training plan (PDF)(PDF, 331 KB)
Use our intermediate half marathon training plan if you’ve run a half marathon before and want to build on your regular runs or improve your time. This plan will structure your runs and includes extra training to ensure you reach race day at your peak.
Access the intermediate training plan (PDF)(PDF, 332 KB)
Choose our advanced half marathon training plan if you’re a seasoned half marathon runner and want to get that time you’ve always dreamt of. This plan will provide the right routine to run your best half marathon time ever.
Access the intermediate training plan (PDF)(PDF, 336 KB)
Please do a 15-minute warm-up and cool-down before threshold, continuous or hills or interval sessions.
If you’re feeling up to it, you may wish to consider a 20–30 minute recovery run in the morning before any of the quality sessions.
Always substitute cross-training for running if you are injured, very sore or it’s not safe to run.
Please add core conditioning, Pilates or yoga classes once or twice a week if you have time.
Try to stretch every day for at least 10 minutes.
Always eat within 20–30 minutes of finishing a run.
Always train at the specified paces; don’t compromise or run too hard. Tiredness always catches up, so take extra rest if required.
