As a performance coach and injury prevention doctor, this is the training schedule I recommend while training towards a full marathon.... 26.2 miles!! This is a massive goal, but when you break down the mileage, this can be achieved in a safe and measurable way. If you begin to experience discomfort, pain, or joint swelling during your marathon training, please schedule a visit with American Chiropractic as soon as possible for a consultation and evaluation. Have fun!
Marathon Training Schedule | ||||||||
Week | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Total |
1 | 3 miles | Rest | 4 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 5 miles | Rest | 15 |
2 | 3 miles | Rest | 4 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 6 miles | Rest | 16 |
3 | 3 miles | Rest | 4 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 7 miles | Rest | 17 |
4 | 3 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles | Rest | 19 |
5 | 3 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 10 miles | Rest | 21 |
6 | 4 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 11 miles | Rest | 24 |
7 | 4 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 12 miles | Rest | 26 |
8 | 4 miles | Rest | 6 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 14 miles | Rest | 28 |
9 | 4 miles | Rest | 7 miles | 4 miles | Rest | 16 miles | Rest | 31 |
10 | 5 miles | Rest | 8 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 16 miles | Rest | 34 |
11 | 5 miles | Rest | 8 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 17 miles | Rest | 35 |
12 | 5 miles | Rest | 8 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 18 miles | Rest | 36 |
13 | 5 miles | Rest | 8 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 20 miles | Rest | 38 |
14 | 5 miles | Rest | 8 miles | 5 miles | Rest | 9 miles | Rest | 27 |
15 | 3 miles | Rest | 5 miles | 3 miles | Rest | 8 miles | Rest | 19 |
16 | 3 miles | Rest | 3 miles | Walk 2 | Rest | 26.2 | Rest | 34.2 |
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