Half Marathon

Running and Racing

The half marathon (13.1 miles/21.1 km) represents the perfect balance of endurance challenge and training accessibility. Our comprehensive programs prepare you to conquer this iconic distance whether you're completing your first half or chasing a new personal record. Each program features strategic long run progression, targeted workouts, and recovery weeks to ensure you reach the starting line confident and prepared.

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What you need to know about our
running and hiking programs:

Each program includes a warm-up, de-load weeks, zone or RPE, speed work as needed, and pre-race tapering.

You have the flexibility to switch your program at any time.

Use as their own membership or can be added to an existing lifting plan membership at no additional cost

All programs are designed with a gradual increase in miles or intensity over time.

This means running feels easier, you make progress, and you have fewer injuries along the way.

Get 4 months of training access for the price of 3!

This means running feels easier, you make progress, and you have fewer injuries along the way.

HALF MARATHON BEGINNER Your First Half Marathon Victory

Build the endurance and confidence to complete your first half marathon with our structured, progressive approach. This program gradually increases your long run distance while developing the pacing skills and mental strategies needed for 13.1 miles of success.

$178usd/4 months

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3 runs per week with optional 4th.
Suggested Baseline Fitness
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5 mile/8 km long run + 10-15 miles/16-24 km per week.

If your current running is below this, or timeline is shorter than 12 weeks, and have a goal race, please reach out to our coaches here and they can help you build out your race timeline in a safe and sustainable way.

Speed work
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Striders 2x per week.
Zones
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Heart rate based training, pace zones, and RPE.
Duration
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12 week progressive program.
Longest run
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12 miles/19 km.
Peak weekly mileage
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20-27 miles/32-43 km.

HALF MARATHON INTERMEDIATE Elevate Your Half Marathon Performance

Take your half marathon performance to the next level with dedicated speedwork, strategic pacing practice, and increased volume. Perfect for runners who have completed a half marathon and now want to improve their time through structured training.

$178usd/4 months

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3 runs per week with optional 4th.
Suggested Baseline fitness
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8 mile/13 km long run + 15-20 miles/24-32 km per week.

If you are below this and have a goal race, please reach out to our coaches here and they can help you build out your race timeline.

Speed work
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Striders + dedicated speed work day.
Zones
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Heart rate based training, pace zones, and RPE.
Duration
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12 week progressive program.
Longest run
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13 miles/21 km.
Peak weekly mileage
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24-29 miles/39-47 km.

HALF MARATHON ADVANCED Maximize Your Half Marathon Potential

Optimize every aspect of your half marathon fitness with sophisticated training methods designed for significant performance gains. This challenging program incorporates advanced intervals, race-specific tempo work, and strategic volume to help you achieve your best possible time.

$178usd/4 months

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3 runs per week with optional 4th.
Baseline
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8 mile/13 km long run + 15-20 miles/24-32 km per week.
Speed work
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Striders, dedicated speed work day, race pacing.
Zones
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Heart rate-based training, pace zones, and RPE.
Duration
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12 week progressive program.
Longest run
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14 miles/23 km.
Peak weekly mileage
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26-33 miles/42-53 km.
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HALF MARATHON FAST TRACK Race-Ready in Eight Weeks

Prepare for an upcoming half marathon on a condensed 8-week timeline. Ideal for experienced runners who need a time-efficient approach or those with an unexpected race opportunity. Based on time rather than distance to accommodate varying fitness levels.

$178usd/4 months

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3 runs per week
Baseline
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Ideally, 10-15 miles/16-24 km per week & can run for 45 minutes.
Speed work
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Striders 2x per week.
Zones
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RPE-based training.
Duration
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8 week progressive program.
Longest run
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100 minutes.
Peak weekly mileage
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180 minutes in week 7 before a week-long taper.
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Run FAQs

HOW DO I KNOW WHICH RUNNING PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR ME?
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Our programs are designed to meet you at your current fitness level. We suggest taking our find your perfect program quiz which will help you figure out where to start.

Choose based on:
1) Your longest recent run
2) Your weekly mileage
3) Time until your race

Our programs come in Beginner, Intermediate, and/or Advanced levels to match your current abilities:

→Choose Beginner if you can complete the baseline distance but haven't trained specifically for that race distance before. Choose Intermediate if you've completed the distance and run 3-4 times weekly with some consistent mileage.
→ Choose Advanced if you've completed multiple races at that distance, consistently incorporate speed-work, and want significant time improvement.

Remember: select based on your current fitness, not your aspirations. Starting at the right level ensures better progress and reduces injury risk. Still unsure? Our coaches provide personalized guidance through in-app messaging.

CAN I START TRAINING BEFORE THE FULL 12 WEEKS BEFORE MY RACE?
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Absolutely—and we recommend it!

Starting earlier gives you more time to build gradually and safely. If your race is more than 12 weeks away, you can:

1) Begin with a Base Build program before transitioning to your race-specific plan. This is also a great way to slowly add in some speed work to work on getting faster in a more gradual way before race training
2) Start with a shorter distance program to work on getting fitter or faster (like 5K before 10K)
3) Repeat specific weeks in your program to extend your training timeline.

Our coaches can help you create the perfect training pathway inside the app!

HOW DO YOUR RUNNING PLANS WORK WITH YOUR LIFTING PROGRAMS?
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All our running programs are designed to pair perfectly with our lifting plans. For most runners, PERFORM or LIFESTYLE offer the ideal strength complement, with RACE specifically designed for peak training season. We provide guidance on scheduling both types of workouts throughout the week to maximize results while preventing fatigue. You can easily adjust either program's volume based on your recovery capacity and priorities, or move between programs inside.

To add a running plan to a lifting plan, join our FULL HYBRID MEMBERSHIP from our lifting programs pages. Upon joining, message the coaches and we will personally apply your run plan or help you pick it out.

WHAT IF MY CURRENT FITNESS DOESN'T MATCH THE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS?
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Always start with a program matching your current abilities, not your aspirations. If you don't meet the baseline for your goal program, begin with a more accessible option first. For example, if your goal is a half marathon but you can't run 5 miles continuously yet, start with our 10K program before progressing to half marathon training. This creates a safer, more effective progression.

On a tight timeline? Our coaches can help create a customized path using our "bridge programs" to gradually increase your mileage at an appropriate rate for your specific situation. We'll personally guide you to your goal race as safely and efficiently as possible, whether you need a conservative approach or a more aggressive buildup.

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What you need to know

Eliminate running training guesswork with structured, progressive guidance that adapts to your individual development and goals. Our TLM running system features 30+ expertly designed programs that create clear pathways from beginner to advanced levels.

Each program strategically builds your fitness through scientifically-backed progression of volume and intensity, dramatically reducing injury risk while maximizing performance gains. Seamlessly transition between programs as you conquer distances, improve race times, cycle between racing and recovery seasons, or shift priorities throughout your running journey.

Choose a standalone running membership or access all running programs at no additional cost with any hybrid training membership. Either way, you'll receive the same coach support, detailed instructions, and structured progression that thousands of TLM runners have used to achieve their goals.