12-Week Half Marathon Training Plan
It is possible to train for a race without a plan…. HOWEVER, when a plan is in place, it’s almost like checking items off of your to-do list. Each run, workout, and rest day, is helping to get your legs, heart, and mind ready for the big day.
Before you jump into a longer duration race, it is often recommended to have some mileage under your belt. This could be jogging or even doing a combination of walking and jogging. For this training plan, I recommend being able to walk/jog 3 miles consecutively.
If you miss a day, do not stress out too much. Move it to the next day or just skip to the next. The only days you want to try to keep hitting each week are your long run days. These days are SLOW but essential to building up to higher mileage.
Lastly, don’t focus so much on pace. Go at your own speed. Put on a good playlist and remind yourself to just put one foot in front of the other.
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