The Simple Guide To Running A Half Marathon

Are you thinking about running your first half marathon? Starting run training and incorporating the correct sports nutrition with strength work can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! Heather talks you through some key tips that are essential to your half-marathon training and building running endurance.

00:00 Intro
00:33 Consistent training
01:15 Half marathon training plan
01:44 Run training variety
03:23 Running nutrition
04:37 Race simulation
05:34 Rest and conditioning for runners
06:08 Running taper

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Are you thinking of running a half marathon this year? 🏃‍♀

[fabianavalos]

“The run-walk technique also helps runners to cover longer distances continously than they would by running alone, as it gives the muscles a better chance to recover.” 30 second brisk walks between every mile. You’ll be surprised at your finishing time and most importantly your recovery time.

[cop]

im very new to running, only 4 months in, never run in school neither college. Joined a 5km race last december just for fun with pace 6.30min/km, soon after that decided to participate in a HM this march. At first I doubt myself running 21km straight since I couldnt run further than 7km back then, despite that feeling Ive been training consistently for 2 months hoping that I can finish before cut-off. Im shocked that not only I managed to do HM distance in my latest long run, there is some fuel remains in my tank to go further and faster (pace 6.35min/km) and I have 1 more month to train. My goal shifted from surviving HM to finish it in 2 hours. To those who are still contemplating joining whatever type of race, just register your name and start training. Good luck

[LAWRENCIO]

Wow! The timing of this video; I am starting my first half marathon training block tomorrow! 😂

[supersizek]

I’m running a half marathon in the morning and have zero practice. I feel like this video got me ready

[seascape]

Finding a good training plan is essential. I did the rookie mistake of starting my training too early, 6 months before the race, and running more or close to that distance every week beforehand, and subsequently burned out before the race. I ended up walking and running the last few miles, and the worst was seeing the signs of the mile pacers constantly passing me by. But it was worth it hearing the announcer call out my name as I crossed the finish line!

I then watched a bunch of GTN videos, and learned how to train and eat properly. Following GTN’s half-marathon training plan, I ran three half marathons last year with no problems, and I’m now training for my first marathon following GTN’s marathon plan!

[adeorange]

I’m running my first half marathon in May!! I can only do 3 mins run/1 min walk intervals right now but I’m looking forward to longer stretches of being able to run!

[susannaviles]

Ooh, I needed this. I'm planning to do my first ever half this year and I have to start training in mid-Feb. Bit nervous.

[JoseFPVNavarro]

Running my first half in 7 weeks! Been training for it since October 2023 with the guidance of a running coach. Threw in a 2 strength and conditioning sessions a week, which I didn't do before. Have only done a few sprint distance triathlons but enjoy running so much more. Most of my training is heart rate based training, mostly Zone 2 and I love it. Thanks for this video. Full of great tips!

[felishawood]

Just finished the first week of my new half marathon training block and feeling good. Trying to be patient and trust the process. Thanks for these tips!

[desroin]

As always GTN has the right video for my first half marathon in February 😅

[doernerrr]

I’m training for a half in May, I’ve run several halfs and a full marathon in the last couple of years so I’m comfortable with (or at least know) the distance. The challenge is this half is the last leg of an Ironman 70.3. My goal is to just finish under the cutoff of 8.5 hrs. I’m expecting to have to walk the hills and there will be significant elevation gain. In all my previous races I focused on pace but this one will be all about getting to the finish under the cutoff.

[roryfollinpiano]

doing my first at the end of the year!

It’s my dad’s main distance, trying to hit the goal he never managed and run sub-70 for him

[LopezBOT]

Just signed up for the Colfax Marathon (Half Marathon) and these videos are wonderfully helpful. Found a local park that has a 2.8 mile loop track I can train on for pace and plenty of mountains in Colorado to keep it varied. :)

[josep]

Will you make the same guide for the full marathon? I just finished my first half yesterday and I can’t imagine doing 13 more miles after that 😂

[crazhar]

Training for my first half marathon in February - second attempt - it should have been last year, but I got overconfident and did too many miles too soon and pulled a calf muscle... It's tempting to get carried away when the long run miles get easier.

[Ellheath]

If you can and have the coin, check out seeing a running coach or trained sports physio and have them analyse your run style.
I was training for a marathon and needed help and what they did for me was amazing!
I would always have knee and joint issues, but they showed me how to strike the foot landing properly and my knees haven’t hurt since.

[epigenetics]

Nice. Im tryging to get back to running 21ks. Life gets in the way, huh

[GardeningwithDave]

I plan on running mine wearing crocs 😂

[jamiefuhrman]

Would love some insight into the training plans / mileage and intensity splits of the professionals. Always enjoy your conversations with them.