Mastering the 1:30h Half Marathon

Setting Goals and Creating a Training Plan

Before you begin training for a 1:30h half marathon, it's important to set goals and create a training plan. Your goals will help determine the intensity and frequency of your training, and a plan will help you stay on track and make progress towards those goals.

When setting your goals, it's important to make them specific, measurable, realistic, and time-bound. For example, instead of saying 'I want to run a faster half marathon', a more specific and measurable goal would be 'I want to complete a half marathon in 1:30h or less by the end of the year'.

Once you have set your goals, it's time to create a training plan. This plan should include a mix of long runs, tempo runs, speed work, and recovery runs. Long runs will help build your endurance, while tempo runs and speed work will help improve your speed and running economy. Recovery runs are also important for allowing your body to recover from harder workouts.

It's important to gradually increase your training volume and intensity over time to avoid injury and burnout. A good rule of thumb is to increase your weekly mileage by no more than 10% each week. It's also important to listen to your body and make adjustments to your training plan as needed.

There are many resources available to help you create a training plan, including online resources, books, and coaches. Look for reputable sources and don't be afraid to ask for help or advice.