Some of us don’t enjoy the pressure of training for a time. Training without a specific time in mind can really help you to complete the distance without so much pressure.Įven seasoned half-marathon runners might want to approach their next race without a PB goal. Why would I want a goal that isn’t a PB?įirst of all, you might be a first time half marathon runner. It will give you a gentle nudge out the door on the days you need it, without making you dread your runs.

While the aim of this training plan isn’t to run a certain time on race day, it is a plan that will maintain and improve your fitness. After all, if your body isn’t well prepared to run the distance that’s in front of it, you’re not going to enjoy it. The number-one cause of bad race day experiences is undertraining and being unprepared.

Training plans are there to guide you through your training and to help you prepare your mind and body for a great race day. Training plans aren’t just about clocking new PBs. If I’m training for enjoyment, why do I need a plan?

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