Have you ever wondered the difference between all the marathon training plans out there? How do you begin to pick a marathon training plan? Will a free marathon plan off the internet do the trick?
There’s a lot to consider when looking not just at the different styles of training, but at the levels provided by each running coach.
We’re going to first cover some basics of each plan to help you get a feel for the programs and then dive in the specific things you need to consider when picking the best marathon training plan for YOU.
While there are a WIDE variety of training styles, I’ve picked out some of the most common to breakdown for you. The programs I’ve selected for this article are focused on newer to intermediate runners.
More advanced training schedules for those really looking to hit Sub 3 hours like Pfitzinger’s Advanced Marathon plan or high volume of Lydiard are not included.
Today we are going to focus on Galloway, Hanson, Run Less Run Faster, Hal Higdon, Low Heart Training and lightly CrossFit endurance. So whether you’re training for London, Chicago, NYC or any of the other thousands of races, one of these plans will help you get there with confidence.
Comparing The Best Marathon Training Plans
Every marathon training program could be an entire…
