Half-Marathon Training Plan for Beginners
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Half-Marathon Training Plan for Beginners

Build strength, speed, and confidence with our training plan -- and be ready to run a half-marathon in just 8 weeks.

By Alyssa Shaffer

Ready to take on a half-marathon? If you can run at least two miles without stopping, even at a slow pace, try this easy-does-it program designed exclusively for FITNESS by running coach Andrew Kastor, who creates online training programs for the New York Road Runners club. It tacks on miles gradually to get you from start to end feeling strong.

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