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Endurance Run Plans

Increase your endurance.

Endurance Run Plans

Endurance plans are race-specific training programs designed to gradually increase your mileage and build confidence as you prepare for an event. These plans are tailored for everyday runners, especially beginners, who want to build endurance through easy-effort miles while learning essential habits like strength training, proper fueling, and hydration. Each plan is structured to provide a steady build-up, ensuring you reach race day feeling strong and ready.

Who Are These Plans For?

These plans are perfect for beginner runners or those looking to establish a solid training routine for races ranging from 1 mile to a marathon. Whether you’re taking on your first race or aiming to improve your endurance for the next event, these plans are ideal if you’re focused on consistency, injury prevention, and building a balanced running routine.

What to Expect:

With each endurance plan, you’ll train four days a week with planned rest days and optional cross-training. The gradual increase in mileage ensures you build endurance safely, and the plans incorporate strength training and mobility work to prevent injury. You’ll also learn to fuel and hydrate effectively as you progress toward your goal.

Half Marathon & Marathon Plans: Train for longer distances, preparing for the demands of race day.

1 Mile Plan: Start small, building strength and endurance for shorter distances.

5k & 10k Plans: Progress from smaller to mid-distance races, focusing on consistent effort and stamina.

Half Marathon & Marathon Plans: Train for longer distances, preparing for the demands of race day.

Why This Program Works:

Endurance training is all about pacing yourself, both physically and mentally. These plans are designed to prevent burnout by keeping the effort relaxed and enjoyable while steadily building mileage. The combination of running, strength training, and cross-training helps you maintain a balanced fitness routine, ensuring that you’re race-ready without injury or exhaustion.

All Plans Include:

Run Plan: Four days per week of running, gradually increasing your mileage.
Strength Training Plan: Twice-weekly strength sessions to prevent injury and improve running efficiency.
Fuel & Hydration Guide: Tips to navigate fueling and hydration during training and on race day.
Performance Prompts: Thoughtful reflections to help you stay motivated and build confidence.
Weekly Coaching Call: Live Zoom calls with Coach Alysha and the team to answer questions and support you.
ABC Race Strategy Sheet: A worksheet to help you plan your pacing and race day strategy (except in the 1 Mile Plan).
Pacing Calculator: Identify your training paces based on your fitness level.
Video Tutorials: Access guides on strength, mobility, and running form to ensure safe and effective training.

1 Mile Endurance Plan
8 Weeks

$119.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 0 miles to 1.5mi/2.4km
  • Must be comfortable walking at a brisk pace for 1mi/1.6km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 9 weeks)
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5K Endurance Plan
9 Weeks

$119.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 1.5mi/2.4km to 3.1mi/5km
  • Must be comfortable running 1.5mi/2.4km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 10 weeks)
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10K Endurance Plan
9 Weeks

$119.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 3.1mi/5km to 6.2mi/10km
  • Must be comfortable running 3.5mi/5.6 km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 10 weeks)
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Half Marathon
Endurance Plan
13 Weeks

$169.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 6.2mi/10km to 13.1mi/21.1km
  • Must be comfortable running 6.5mi/10.4km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 14 weeks)
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Marathon
Endurance Plan
13 Weeks

$169.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 13.1mi/21.1km to 26.2mi/42.2km
  • Must be comfortable running 12mi/19.3km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 14 weeks)
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NEW! Marathon Endurance Plan For Beginners 
16 Weeks

$239.95
($1.90 a day)

  • Progress from 8mi / 12.8km to 26.2mi/42.2km
  • Must be comfortable running 8mi / 12.8km
  • Timeboxed Plan
    (Access window of 17 weeks)
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