9-Week Beginner Half Marathon Plan
64 workouts across 9 weeks, with paces calculated from VDOT 33. Estimated half marathon finish: 2:09:48.
Is this 9-week beginner plan right for you?
This is a condensed build for runners who are already training consistently. It prioritizes consistent running, manageable long runs, and finishing with confidence.
Choose this plan if
- Race day is about 9 weeks away.
- You can run 2–3 miles continuously and can protect four running days each week.
- A fixed template peaking at 24.9 miles per week fits your schedule.
Consider another plan if
- You are returning after time off or need more time to build a consistent running habit.
- You already train at a higher volume and want a performance-focused schedule.
- A health concern, unusual pain, or a racing goal that needs professional individual advice is involved.
This free template peaks at 24.9 miles per week (40 km) and covers about 144.2miles total. It is a fixed schedule; a personalized plan uses your race date, current fitness, and available days for $19.99 per race.
Who this plan is for
- You can comfortably run 2–3 miles without stopping
- You've never run a half marathon before (or it's been a while)
- You have 9 weeks before race day
- You can train 4 days per week
- Your main goal is to finish strong and enjoy the experience
Training phases
Your training paces
Based on VDOT 33. Paces are shown in minutes per kilometer; use the VDOT calculator to see the equivalent minutes-per-mile paces for your current result.
Volume progression
Weekly training volume, with miles shown first in the chart and kilometers included for reference. Recovery weeks reduce load by ~30% to allow adaptation.
Want your paces in this plan?
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More time generally allows a steadier build; a shorter plan works best when you already have the running base this level expects.