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Fridays are for rest! Please take this day off from exercise. A neighborhood walk with your dog, gentle yoga or stretching is fine, but this day should truly be for rest. On the treadmill? Nothing should get in your way, you can shuffle all day, even as your legs get tired, with nary a worry but potentially scuffing the tread on your sneakers. I designed this beginner trail half marathon training plan with newer trail runners in mind. The goal of this plan is to safely build the endurance required to run 13.1 miles, while also focusing on the specific needs of trail running. That includes not only becoming comfortable with running on trails, but purposefully incorporating hill work into your training routine. Ideal Baseline Fitness Before Beginning this Training Plan: Before diving into your trail half marathon training journey, here are ten important tips to keep in mind: 1. You Need to Run on Trails (some of the time) Take the time to get fitted for the right pair of shoes for you and your body, if you haven’t already. You are about to put a significant amount of mileage on your body – and your feet – over the next 20 weeks.

A common misconception among many runners is that more running = faster runner, and therefore, many runners loathe rest days for fear that time off will make them lose progress. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to us at Hart Strength and Endurance Coaching to see if working with one of our experienced trail running coaches might be a good fit for you. How is Training for a Trail Half Marathon Different from a Road Half Marathon? For the first five weeks, Thursday runs will be a continuation of base building runs. Again, these are done at conversational pace.If you’re completely new to trail running, you may be overwhelmed by the prospect of stepping off the pavement and onto the trail. Don’t worry – it’s not nearly as scary as it may seem! Ultimately, the decision to work with a coach or follow a training plan (like this one) is up to you. If you aren’t sure, I highly suggest reading the post “Need A Running Coach? 25+ Expert Tips To Find Your Perfect Coach”. For hill repeats, ideally a larger hill (one that takes upward of 60+ seconds to summit) is ideal. It is important to focus not only on proper uphill running form, but downhill as well. I think a lot of people underestimate how much the eccentric muscle contractions of downhill running can hurt if you don’t properly train for it! Chances are your trail running pace is going to be slightly – if not significantly (depending on terrain) slower than that of your road running pace. And there’s a number of reasons for this. Further, long runs are the perfect “dress rehearsal” for your race. Long runs give you an opportunity to experiment with – and perfect – nutrition and hydration plans, anti chafing products, new shoes or shorts…you get the idea.

I know I’m beginning to sound like a broken record here, but as mentioned above, you should practice running on trails similar to that of your race terrain, at least some of the time. The plan includes only 4 runs a week, all with specific purpose. There’s one day of active recovery, one day of strength training (though I always encourage more!) and one day of complete rest. Your trail base mileage workouts should be done at an easy, conversational pace. If you are heart rate zone training, I’d recommend spending the majority of your time in zones 1 & 2. Obviously your heart rate may spike when climbing hills, which is normal. But try to allow the heart rate to return to that aerobic zone for the majority of these workouts. Wednesday: Hill or Speedwork The hater hat is one exceptional product. It is a heat multiplier. It actually causes the heat to more broadly cover our patio area. Couldn’t be happier. Quality product! However, there are also a number of reasons why a runner may prefer to use a training plan, rather than work one-on-one with a coach.This will help your body get used to the nuances of trails, from both a physical and neuromuscular point of view. Trail running – especially on more technical terrain – does not always come as naturally as one might expect. Having a few training sessions on the trail before race day will make a world of difference in your comfort level during your trail half marathon. 2. Get the Right Shoes The Fjallraven Nordic Heater Hat is an extremely warm piece of winter headwear for use in cold conditions at home or during serious expeditions. It features a wind- and waterproof outer fabric, along with an artificial fur lining on the peak, ear flaps and edges. It comes highly recommended for those looking to attend one of our winter expeditions. During week six, you’ll add in a tempo pace work. Your tempo pace is a pace about 25 to 30 seconds per mile slower than your current 5K race pace. If you are unsure of what that is, you can simply run by effort. Tempo effort should be sustainable, but moderately difficult. Visit the post 8 Trail Running Safety Tips Every Runner Needs To Know to learn basic trail running safety tips to help minimize the risks of danger while trail running