Half-Marathon Training Plan for Beginners
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Build strength, speed, and confidence with our training plan -- and be ready to run a half-marathon in just 8 weeks.
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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Sign up to get weekly moves, meals, and motivation tips >>
Strengthen your stride with these cross-training moves >>
Check out smart eating strategies for runners >>
Want a more challenging plan? Try our Intermediate/Advanced level >>
Is the beginner PDF ready for download? I still can not download!
3/16/2010 11:16:45 AM Report AbuseSame as above, I was very frustrated with the whole thing. Took forever to get the pdf and then the exercises are not on it.
3/15/2010 05:43:34 PM Report AbuseI was able to download the beginner training schedule however there are no strength training exercises below.
3/14/2010 09:03:01 PM Report AbuseI am not able to down load the training schedule, something about the fonts?
3/12/2010 08:45:51 PM Report AbuseThanks for making us aware of the problem with the PDF -- we are looking into it right now! In the meantime, please email support@fitnessmagazine.com if you're unable to access the training plan. Thanks!
3/3/2010 08:49:14 AM Report Abuse