10K to Half / Full

[Shubo]

Hi

So I have recently completed Couch to 5k

I’m currently working on a 5k to 10K training programme (I should complete this in September)

In March I have a place for a 1/2 marathon and in in April I have a marathon place.

My original intention was to do a programme to take me from 10K to 1/2 and then a programme to go from 1/2 to full. By the time March comes around I would like to be almost at marathon level (hence the 1/2 marathon will be a really good training tool for me to get me used to that level of running with crowds and other runners)

What would people suggest and I would love to hear any suggestions of app training programmes that have worked for people to achieve their goals.

[misswobble Marathon]

I used myasics plans for ages and liked them very much but now you have to pay for them I’ve switched to Nike Training club app and used one plan for a race so far and have downloaded a fresh one for my marathon and half mara. It’s free. You get asked lots of pertinent questions so answer accurately so you get a plan that is suitable for you. Mine was based on recent race times They ask you various other stuff but it pays to be accurate about the input 🙂. As well as getting a plan you get dibs on their coached sessions. Loads of different times and distances to choose from Once you’ve run one of those (you don’t have to though) then you can assign that run to your plan So, if my plan says you have a two hour run today i then go and look at the coached runs to see what’s available. You then get coached along the way, which i find helpful

Importantly, a proper plan, designed for you, prevents over-running.

If you’ve just graduated from Couch to 5k then take care not to overdo things. Your running legs take time to build, which takes slow running and rest days Trying to do too much too soon can spell trouble Take care !! 😃👍. Cross training now becomes important too 💪👍😃

Have you read Iannoda Truffe’s FAQ’s pinned post?

Good luck 🙂

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

Hello! Welcome to the forum - I hope you find plenty of inspiration here!!!

After finishing your 10k programme I'd suggest you keep gradually increasing your long runs, keeping a nice slow pace to build an aerobic base, and do some strength work (planks, squats, clamshells, heel dips, etc.). Don't bother with a half marathon plan, but start training for a full at the appropriate time (December probably). You can find a free plan online - Hal Higdon (for example) does a nice simple beginner one. I can't recommend any apps, but others on here will be able to help with that! The half mara in March will be a good tune-up race for you, but don't be thinking about speed - concentrate on finishing your first half and full marathons, and enjoying them!

Have fun with your training, and keep reporting back here xxx