
This is not a plan for people looking to meet a certain time goal.

You can jump to the training plan image and download – but please be sure to read all the info in the post which discusses how to actually use this plan, minimum fitness requirements, etc.ĭisclaimer: This post was written and reviewed by Chrissy Carroll, RRCA Running Coach and USAT Level I Short Course Triathlon Coach. You’ll start with short runs of just 2-3 miles your first week, and build all the way up to your marathon distance race.

Training for a marathon over 6 months is nice because it gives you a slow, progressive increase in volume to reach your goals. Whether you just signed up for a race and are looking for a training plan, of you have stumbled across this post and are thinking “could I actually do this?” –hopefully this 6 month marathon training plan will give you confidence in yourself and help you cross the finish line of that race! Imagine the immense pride that you’ll feel crossing the finish line of your first (or fifth!) marathon.
