First Half Marathon Tips | How To Run Your First Half Marathon

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Tackling your first half marathon? Here are our top tips to get you race day ready.
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00:00 Intro
00:17 Choose your goals
02:45 Don't forget to fuel
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@andrewcarter7503 Жыл бұрын

My mum, who is 84, suddenly decided at the age of 60 to take up running. For the next 10 years she ran the Bristol half marathon and until she was 75 did the Bristol 10k as well. She embarrassed me into getting fit again after years of lethargy. In few weeks at the age of 60 I'll be running in the Goodwood half marathon, my 14th at the distance. Mum's recovering from a replacement knee last year and hopes to be as active as usual soon. Thanks mum.

@MsTrinichic Жыл бұрын

I loveeeee this ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@mayka90 Жыл бұрын

❤❤😮🎉

@allyboyd-davis7417 Жыл бұрын

@kenanjabr1992 Жыл бұрын

Super mom! I hope your race was a huge success

@sidewinder4718 11 ай бұрын

🗣that's what's up!🎯i cycle normally but im running my first Half-marathon in October✅️

@--Taz-- Жыл бұрын

I did my first half about 10 days ago. It was great, I was feeling good and kept a bit higher pace. I ended 15min quicker than what I was aiming for.

@Kelly_Ben Жыл бұрын

That's AWESOME, congrats!!

@--Taz-- Жыл бұрын

My "training" included only easy-paced trail runs, once or twice a week. It felt great and very easy to be running on a flat street as a result.

@GTE_Channel Жыл бұрын

15 min quicker is insane. Means you are a lot fitter than you know

@--Taz-- Жыл бұрын

@@GTE_Channel I don't know about that. My aim was pretty low, but I am still happy with the time. At the 17th km I started feeling my legs getting heavy. Up until then was game on.

@mjowsey Жыл бұрын

Nice. I've done 3 half marathons and really didn't have much of a plan other than getting to the end!

@tomascanevaro4292 Жыл бұрын

I ran my first HM yesterday in 2:09:39 😁apparently bellow average, but still happy

@conradburdekin722 Жыл бұрын

Did my first half this august (only started any running at all in April). Set off too fast. Blew up at 14k. Did my second half this October. Started slower. Accelerated from 14k. Ran my 5k pb in the last 5k of the half 😳. Have become addicted to running. It’s honestly been life changing.

@BethanyBlount Жыл бұрын

One other top tip I'd add is to strength train! I almost didn't finish my first half marathon; my hips were so tight and exhausted I had to walk several times. I didn't have any problems in training on my long runs or race pace runs, but putting them together was incredibly painful. Needless to say, I did not hit my goal time, but the first 5K and 10K of that race were the fastest of my race since they were actually at race pace. 😂

@susannaviles Жыл бұрын

I just decided a few days ago that I want to do my first half next year, so this was a perfectly timed video and really helpful for me.

@reubs7777 11 ай бұрын

How did it go?

@StephenMcLoughlin262 Жыл бұрын

I started running 5 months ago after a car accident and being told to stop driving due to deteriorating eye sight (blind in one eye and myopic degeneration). So I decided if I can’t drive I’m going to run - at age 50 and only sports I’ve been involved in was watching on tele! Did my first 10k yesterday in 1.04, and recently got through the ballot for the London Marathon 2023 which now petrifies me!! Have a half on New Years Eve which is now my focus and would love around 2hrs - but plan A is to finish!! Loving the freedom of running and learning to live with aches and pains!!!! Love the video and thanks for the tips & encouragement! 🏃‍♂️

@brotherdustin9363 Жыл бұрын

I pray as you reach your running goals and perfect sight return to you in Jesus name amen ❤️

@NicksWhipShop Жыл бұрын

I ran a half marathon by myself last night for the first time in my life in 2:15:00. Most of it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought, but once I hit the 9 mile mark, the pain set is fast and increased exponentially with every step, especially in the knees. By the end I was limping along at about a 12 minute mile time and had a tough time getting into my car. 16 hours later now, and I am crazy sore and climbing stairs is currently difficult. My body definitely wasn't ready for that since my average is only 3.5 to 4 miles 2 to 3 times a week, but I'm glad I did it! For those of you like me who don't have a lot of training time, if you're wanting to run a half marathon - it won't be easy, but you can make It!

@risefromyourpain 5 ай бұрын

Well done. Just done my first today at 2:15. Like you, the pain set in at 9 miles

@kobusduplooy8039 Жыл бұрын

I am training for my fist half marathon in Feb 2023. At the age of 56 I decided to start running. My ultimate goal is to run the Ultra 65km Sky-Run trail in November 2023 and a 100 in 2024. Thank you for a great channel.

@sidewinder4718 11 ай бұрын

🗣how did the half marathon go?✅️

@omardgardiner2225 8 ай бұрын

Good luck.

@SuperYtc1 2 ай бұрын

Farnborough winter half?

@nealmansius5004 Жыл бұрын

Running a half in Frisco TX this April. Current pace 9:35 a mile. Plan A: Sub 1:45 (cur PB is 2:05) 🔥 Plan B: eight sub 9 min miles 💪🏻 Plan C: Finish with a smile 😊

@ingridnuttle9429 9 ай бұрын

@nealmansius5004 I know this is an old comment, but I have my first half marathon coming up and I'm right where you are as of this comment! Current pace is around 9:30, would love to finish in under 2 hours but have no idea if I can. How did your race go??

@ChunkyWaterisReal 3 ай бұрын

You're going to do all 3 my man

@Gr3mlin13 Жыл бұрын

Did my first half marathon at the end of my first 70.3 Ironman. More training would have helped, but hit my C goal anyway, finished within cut off.

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS! 🥳

@vibingged Жыл бұрын

The timing of this video could not have been better. I will be running my first ever half at the Queenstown marathon in NZ in six days, and this video just got me even more hyped for it! Wish me luck y’all.

@chrisshaw2810 Жыл бұрын

If you are running a trail half marathon, study the elevation changes. It's all very well saying 'don't go off fast', but if the first mile is flat and then you go up a hill, then you may very well run your first mile faster than your second one (and that is perfectly ok). Also remember that walking up hills is a strategy, not a weakness - you must manage your heart rate. If you have a target time, then you need to break your pace down into sections. If your half marathon is 6.6 miles up hill followed by 6.6 miles down hill, then you won't spend any time running at your average pace. The longer the run the more fun the maths gets (but you really want to do the maths at home so you can enjoy the scenery on your run!)

@UniqueAcountName Жыл бұрын

I'm running my first half in June, super nervous, but also excited! This video was great timing

@koricksisomphone4453 Жыл бұрын

I just ran my first half this past Sunday! It was so fun. Thanks for all the tips on your channel. It was hotter than expected, hilly, and I cramped up in both quads at mile 12 but I still hit my B goal through It all!

@DaMickLNP Жыл бұрын

Sounds like Soweto this past weekend... was my first half, struggled up the last 8km...

@HollieLChappell21 Жыл бұрын

Love all these tips. After doing 3 half marathons I can say jelly babies are life!

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

We love Jelly babies too! 😁😁

@bardongalang32 10 ай бұрын

This video was from 9 months ago. Its 8-11-'23 now. Ill be joining my very first half marathon on 09-3-'23. I've been training for the last 3-4 months. And i need more before race day 🤘

@noyekt Жыл бұрын

Seeing all the posts about first one either just past or coming up. Great job!! Its not easy to run a Half Marathon, it can be nervous, exciting and challenging, but the accomplishment knowing YOU can do it is worth it! I plan on running a Marathon next year so done a few Half's this year. It gets easier and better each time I run! Keep it up all!

@jungtao Жыл бұрын

Agreed on the ultimate tip. We all get really excited and start too fast.

@lisagurley6848 Жыл бұрын

I’m doing my first half in May 2023. I’m very excited. Honestly my only goal is to finish, since I’m new to running. I turned 40 in September and decided I need to try something new and I picked running.

@andyturner176 Жыл бұрын

Great advice, I've done a few half's now and the amount of runners I've over taken as they have gone off way too fast is unbelievable. Practice practice practice the refuelling as well, done that for an ultra and it worked really well.

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

It's one of the most commonly made mistakes for sure! Which half marathon was your favourite? 😁

@happy_running_sober Жыл бұрын

Amazing content as always! Doing the inaugural Falkirk Half-Marathon next Sunday (hometown for me) and very much looking forward to it. Let's go!!

@lucycampion9379 8 ай бұрын

Great tips, thanks you! I am running my first Half (in Cardiff) on Sunday, and the nerves have kicked in now. I was all set for a sub 2 hr race and then injured my Achilles, which has set me back. So am putting my plan aside and am just going to do what I can to enjoy it and celebrate the achievement, whatever that may look like on the day. I love watching Running Channel videos and getting advice from you all, and they definitely give me reassurance at times like this. Thanks Team, keep up the brilliant work! ❤

@karenmatzke Жыл бұрын

Already nervous about my first half in Berlin in April. I'm a newbie runner, started 3 months ago. Thanks for the tips!

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

Good luck Karen!!

@hannahkenny9122 Жыл бұрын

hope it went well!!

@karenmatzke Жыл бұрын

@@hannahkenny9122 It did, thank you! Already signed up for the next one 😊

@nathaniel23946 Жыл бұрын

Running my first half marathon in less than 10 days 😍🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼 My go to fueling is Skratch lab hydration plus honey stinger gels!

@josiegjackson Жыл бұрын

Did my first half marathon within a marathon training in the ankle-sagging route of Abingdon to Oxford - made it just above three hours! In the marathon, I ran my fastest half but still finished the full one well with an intolerant stomach with probably too many gels. Fab video as always!

@BGNewsReporter Жыл бұрын

Have the Jubilo marathon here in Japan in 10 days. Already pumped for it! It'll be #20 for me, small milestone.

@jimfrazier1073 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful, simple, realistic, video thank you. Shamrock 1/2 in Virginia in March, A goal 2:15. Love the channel, thankyou for all the info and inspiration along the way.

@rwj_dk Жыл бұрын

Did my a Half-marathon today (last was 12 years ago). Followed this tips here and other videos so keep being awesome!

@hardybrim1061 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips.. still training for my 1st half marathon..

@damienweatherley1556 Жыл бұрын

Such an awesome performance Sarah! And to be able to film at the same time and having jet lag is amazing! I have also cried at the end of a marathon last year and also the Cambridge Half, this year. Something about finishing a race which I thought would be beyond my capability just makes everything boil over once its done and I felt myself welling up as I recalled it watching you at the end. Can't wait to do it again at MK in May! Keep creating Running Channel!

@richcushman Жыл бұрын

Running my first half marathon in two weeks. Been training for it for 16 weeks. Really excited.

@stephenp4679 Жыл бұрын

Dallas half marathon next month, been following Garmin Coach and feeling awesome, ready for a PB (it’s my first half marathon ever)!

@andrewcarter7503 Жыл бұрын

Agree about the vibes. From the other runners, from the crowds. I always run faster on the day than in training. In training I rarely run more than 8 miles but never seem to notice the extra 5 on the day. Anyone planning or thinking of doing their first - go for it! And look around during that last mile. See the crowds, see the other runners, see the scenery, make some memories.

@michelle312900 Жыл бұрын

Running my 1st half next year Jan. Starting a 10 week plan next week! Thanks for the tips.X.

@mrpoutine6588 Жыл бұрын

Wondering if you folks would make a video on best tips/practices for being a pacer?

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

We can definitely look into it! Thanks for the great suggestion! 😁

@ronielcrespo6641 Жыл бұрын

Doing my 1st 1/2 this weekend. 2:49 during the training. Happy to do it under 2:30. After that I want to practice swimming for an upcoming Ironman. Maybe too crazy but that’s what my heart wants. Happy training everyone!

@thejeffinvade Жыл бұрын

I did my first half last month. Still having a fever from flu 36 hours before the run, finished at 1:40. About 20s per K slower than my goal pace. Was aiming for 1:33 before getting sick

@ronielcrespo6641 Жыл бұрын

Update: finished in 2:20 @10:45 pace. Got to stay consistent. That’s all folks

@bmylove4444 Жыл бұрын

Excellent!! Congrats!!

@morgandoerflein4957 Жыл бұрын

I ran my first half in October. If your race offers pacers, I 100% recommend sticking with one slower than your goal pace for the first 5km. You get a buddy plus it will keep you off the gas.

@ChoirFan1 Жыл бұрын

Very first half marathon coming up in a week, 4 days after my 60th birthday! My last long training run was a 15km difficult trail run, about 10 days ago, and I felt relatively fresh at the end (pretty sore the next day, though), and did a PB 5km ParkRun 2 days ago…now for a couple of really easy short runs and lots of pasta meals 😁 I’m excited AND freaking out, at the same time 😳.

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

You'll love it Steve! Good luck 🥳🥳 Let us know how it goes 💪

@ChoirFan1 Жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel …finished this morning (Australian time)…pace plan for a sub-2:30 finish, and did 2:29:41 ! Pretty happy with that. No injuries, aerobically comfortable, but still can’t control my legs 😳

@mohdirwansophan78 Жыл бұрын

Great tips especially on choosing suitable training plan. Thank you!

@chrishagemeier3029 Жыл бұрын

I ran my first half in 2020. It was more like "I am going on my long run" and following a given course through the local area in my vacation. Starting from km 7 I was just fighting with myself to go on. But I made it. The next Halfmarathon I made in June 2021. This time it was my usual long-run-day on my typical long-run-course. But this time it was just like "Let us see, how far I can get" and I added some distance again and again till I got my 21.1k. It was totally different from the first run (and I had a better time, too): feeling better and stronger. I wanted to do a Halfmarathon in the first half of this year, but CoVid19 struck me at the end of last year and so I had to start from literally nothing. Last Weekend I had my long run of 11k, I it was the first time this year, that I felt, I could go on for another 2-3 km. Thank you for your inspirational Videos, keep up the good work :)

@zeitakulobusta9708 Жыл бұрын

Love the channel, always targeted, concise advice, thank you! Fairly new regular runner, always been very fit, doing some parkruns since summer, focusing on heart rate awareness, longer runs near home and did a 1/2 ma'n distance last week in 2.04 at 130bpm all the way (male 56 btw). Never run a race outside parkrun and even then I've felt the pull of speed out the gate...wondering how my solo 1/2 experience and time would translate to an actual event.

@loriem1031 Жыл бұрын

I had told my friend that I wanted to train for another Half, my 1st was a Trail, 3 years ago, and I've done a virtual Half(with cold rainy weather and stomach issue🙄)and a 9K, but that's been awhile.....you're video came at a great time⭐

@saradevos83 Жыл бұрын

I did my first 2 half marathons, this year. I used the running channel marathon run plan and adapted it to a semi-marathon. I improved my 2nd one by 19 minutes.

@paullinseisen2149 Жыл бұрын

I have had some good success with following my Garmin plan for my first half marathon. Thanks for the tips.

@bigstuphill6361 Жыл бұрын

Watched your video last night before running my first half marathon and found the video brilliant and very helpful. I ran it in 1hr 42mins 😊. The tips you given were great. Keep up the good work. Thank you 🏃

@neelsmienie Жыл бұрын

Doing my first race half marathon next year March. Training is going smoothly.

@LifeBeautifulMess 4 ай бұрын

My first half in 5 weeks in Washington DC. Love this channel!

@candybabyeagle Жыл бұрын

My daughter and I are doing our 2n half marathon - the Route 66 half - in a week and a half. She runs...I walk. The 3 goal rule is great. My C goal is always to finish before cut off time. Next is to beat my previous time (I'm slow. Previous time 4:10). I guess my A goal would be a sub 4 hr since this course has a lot of rolling hills and the last one was fairly flat. Not bad goals for 72 and onky started doing this less than 2 years ago. Love your channel and greatly appreciate all the great tips especially on strength training.

@eddiegaul1903 Жыл бұрын

Have a half marathon next weekend. Definitely not my first but I've been focusing on shorter races most of the year. Haven't raced one since February. It'll be interesting to see what I've got. It's a downhill one as well which is always challenging. Thanks for the tips. I usually carry a gel with me or if it is going to be warm, I'll bring a flask with Tailwind for fuel.

@FreakDaFunk Жыл бұрын

Tomorrow is my Half Marathon PB first Time And You Upload the Tips God Bless You Guys 🤙

@kathydriscoll8189 Жыл бұрын

Great tips. I am running a half in two days. The Honor run. Such a great race. Outstanding bling.

@sergiutelbisz1955 Жыл бұрын

I ran my first half-marathon one month ago. I have been running since March of this year and one day it just hit me that I should try it. I saw an event near me in October and I just jumped in and it was a wonderful experience. 21.2 km in 2h:7min, average pace 5:59 and I was not exhausted. I am grateful.🥰 I had 3 planned objectives: 1. To finish unde 2h 🤣🙈 2. To finish at the 2h:10min mark 3. To just finish in 3h , the time limit. Succeed between 1 and 2🥰

@jameswalk2515 Жыл бұрын

Running my first half in Dallas TX (BMW) mid December, got my kit and my gummies of choice ready to go. Weather is my big changing factor, its been 80 degrees F and just now starting to drop for winter. The Running Channel has been my biggest prep tool, thanks for all the knowledge y'all share.

@olaideafolabi3919 8 ай бұрын

Me too!!!

@madarachnid Жыл бұрын

Jelly Babies all the way. Whoever invented those is a genius. I ran my first official half marathon at the Big Half in September. What an amazing event! Loved every minute of it!

@glennvandamme Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! After the 5k and 10k I just started my HM plan this week! 🎉

@CarrieCole09 Жыл бұрын

I ran my first half a few days ago. For various reasons having a time centered goal was not really on the table. But my larger goal is to run a 50k in a few months so my goals evolved into "time on feet," learning about nutrition, learning how to walk and get running again. It was far from a time that I was jazzed about, but in context I was very happy. I got 27 miles on my feet more than half running so it was a total success!

@vip93gura Жыл бұрын

Running the Route 66 half next Sunday! It’ll be my first. I’m so excited!

@marnieCN Жыл бұрын

Just signed up for 1st official half marathon at midnight....Omagh half! Previous done Omagh and Edinburgh as virtuals during lockdown. Excited but scared! Roll on March!

@DavidJonesbt45 Жыл бұрын

Did my first half in summer, I wasn't aware you needed to fuel for a half, I didn't carb load either, again thought that was only for a marathon, got through it okay. I do run by low heart rate though.

@edsonrocks 10 ай бұрын

I'm 5 weeks away from my first Half Marathon. I'm super excited to be in Belfast for Sept 17th. I'm researching about tapering now. Thank you for such nice tips. :) Plan A: 2hours Plan B: 2h 20min Plan C: relax and finish 😊

@omardgardiner2225 8 ай бұрын

How did it go?

@edsonrocks 8 ай бұрын

@@omardgardiner2225 ❤️ I just completed the Belfast half marathon in 1:52:11 and was super happy. I also did the Dublin Half marathon in 1:52:40. I'm really happy with the results, first time races and I couldn't believe it 😊

@gowanlock Жыл бұрын

This pair are my favourite hosts on running channel

@hairyairey Жыл бұрын

I love them all! 😘

@amahlo823 Жыл бұрын

Training for my first half marathon on January 15. Aiming for sub 1:40.

@clairetwinny Жыл бұрын

I'm doing a trail half (Cardiff) this weekend, goals A B and C being to reach the end. I don't usually use gels but I've been trying out Gu coffee gels - about 5 miles from the end. So far, no stomach issues, but also I'm not sure the gel has really kicked in at the right time. So I'm wired after I finish - good for getting jobs done, not so great for recovery. Wish me luck!

@antonybates Жыл бұрын

I have my first half this Saturday, and it's a trail one too!

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

Good luck Tony! Where is it?

@antonybates Жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel Tollymore Forest Park in Newcastle, Co Down

@Kelly_Ben Жыл бұрын

Have a blast, and good luck!! Trails rock... pun intended.

@jennabutler6304 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I was wondering - can you all so a video on being a heavier/fat runner? Lots of things are more difficult (like foam running, running itself, etc) but for some weight loss isn't really an option (for me it's a required medicine that brought on the weight). I'd love tips from other large runners - we do exist! ☺️

@christophervehon9554 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to run another half marathon! Part of me has aspirations to run a full, but definitely afraid of trying.

@christiaanvromans9547 Жыл бұрын

I'm going to be doing the Manchester Half Marathon next year and I'm going to use the Garmin suggested workouts with the race day feature and see how that goes in terms of getting me race ready.

@Priscilla.writing Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! Thanks a lot. I just booked my first half marathon in Sweden this August...omg...not much time left... Also my ABC goals are all the same...finish the race(?!)

@jemmasykes1909 Жыл бұрын

I done my first half in September (Great North Run), I was disappointed in my time but super happy to just finish it, injury free, I now know what I need to work on for when I next do a half :)

@andrewcarter7503 Жыл бұрын

"Finished" is a great time!

@njsfer Жыл бұрын

I did my first half marathon in April this year. I didn't follow any specific training but I was consistently running every week and I ended up finishing it in 1:21:58 which was according to my plans but I could've done faster.

@andriratnasari2648 Жыл бұрын

I'm training for my first half marathon. My goal is just finishing the race within COT😀. Anyway, I really wanna see Mo and Suley running ultra on a trail😍😍😍

@tb-3038 Жыл бұрын

My first half and race overall is in 3 days, had a pace in mind but got injured a week ago and stopped running all together. Regardless will try to make the best of it.❤

@fighterinmkiwiscience3517 Жыл бұрын

How you get injured

@tb-3038 Жыл бұрын

@@fighterinmkiwiscience3517 hiking , thought it would help blood flow and recovery after the last intense training block before starting tapering. It wasn’t any particular accident just started to feel a pulling pain behind the left knee but couldn’t stop since I was in the middle of nowhere and had to walk another 12km to get to the car.

@fighterinmkiwiscience3517 Жыл бұрын

@@tb-3038 damn

@brotherdustin9363 Жыл бұрын

I've been set back in training from sickness , it's frustrating but we can bounce back stronger 💪 don't give up God bless your training 👍

@hamidja1537 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@nowster Жыл бұрын

I've run twelve HMs in the last year. All solo runs, not races. Unlike training for a full marathon I just gradually lengthened my long run each week. No special techniques. Fuel? A couple of slices of toast an hour before the run, jelly babies from about 8km on, though I do now have a fancy for Tunnocks Caramel Wafers. Fluids of about 500ml to a litre of dilute orange squash in a backpack depending on the weather. My usual time is about 2h10 on a hilly course. And I always have a big appetite the following day.

@leslie117777777 4 ай бұрын

I have been running for a while, but I decided I’m going to run a half marathon by myself this weekend 🤗 I’ve run the distance before & hope it will be a fun time this time too 🤪🥰

@faithmasilela7221 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much so informative

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@hatemonkey Жыл бұрын

Doing the Kasterlee half marathon tomorrow. Aiming for 2:30, but just finishing will be good enough.

@thejeffinvade Жыл бұрын

I did my first half last month. Still having a fever from flu 36 hours before the run, finished at 1:40. Coughing so badly at the start line that others were moving away from me. My pace slowed by 20s per K from my goal pace. Was aiming for 1:33 before getting sick. There is always next race.

@pierremichaud2397 Жыл бұрын

I just registered for a HM as prep for 2 marathons this year (ran my first M last fall). My wife quietly announced she might be interested... Change of plans : super proud!!! to be her pacer and motivator for her first HM in April.

@vacationmode6286 Жыл бұрын

I signed up for the Disneyland Half in January -- excited to give it a go!

@runningchannel Жыл бұрын

Let us know how you get on! 😁

@jasonleeruns Жыл бұрын

Did my first half at the great north run in 2021, Finished in 2 hours and 5 minutes so was going to try and beat that and get a sub 2 hour at the great Manchester run next year but I've signed up for a trail marathon 3 months after the half so may have to take the half easy.

@newyork7742 Жыл бұрын

hello guys perfect video again!! can i ask you where i can find a half marathon training plan sub 2??

@johnsimonsson2085 3 ай бұрын

I'm running Adidas Premiärhalvan which will be my first half marathon on April 20. I've previously only run for the enjoyment of running. But after covid and a series of injuries I set a goal with my personal trailer to be able to run a half marathon within 6 months. That was in december. I'm currently running roughly 15km on my long runs and my only goal is completing the half marathon. So I'm mostly looking forward to race day.🤗

@keithlohman3821 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the encouragement! I am running my first Half Marathon in ten days at age 66. I think I am ready - some self-doubt - but trust the process! A great time will be 1:55. But anything sub-2:00 would be wonderful. That's what i trained toward!

@keithlohman3821 Жыл бұрын

Success! I ran my Half Marathon. I had a goal of a 2:00 time, or even 1:55. However, the race was on some pretty tough trails with a lot of twists, hills, roots, rocks and leaves. I could rarely keep a regular pace. So, finishing in 2:09 was a real achievement for me! Thanks for your encouragement!

@ahaan-thakker9142 10 ай бұрын

@@keithlohman3821🎉

@cattledecapp Жыл бұрын

I love gels and stroopwafels for fuel on my runs over a hour!!

@gameln1 9 ай бұрын

Just did my first half marathon last wekkend (in 1:43h) and my first proper running race in over 10 years and it was absoulutly amazing. I finished 10minutes faster than my A- Goal and 17minutes faster than my B- Goal. I could have probably started a little bit faster, but overtaking lots of people in the last 8km when I was confident enough that I m going to finish (my C- goal) was great as wll.

@jdpjamesp Жыл бұрын

Did my first Half in September in Bristol. Glad to see I used most of these tips well! I said to myself at the start of the year I'd like to do a half in under 2 hours, but decided to set ABC goals of 1:55, 2:00 and finishing. Absolutely buzzing to get round in 1:53. Fuelling is still a challenge for me. I've been using gels but I'm increasingly finding they leave me feeling really unwell for a few hours after I stop running. I like the ease of gels, but not the side effects. So I need to experiment. Might try with Nurhu bars for something completely different and better for the planet. Role on Exeter next year! I signed up for that as soon as Bristol was done! And I'll be entering the Great North ballot too.

@twold4this Жыл бұрын

Well done. Not advice just my experience. I've run halfs + fulls. I'm pretty good for my age VM65-69. IMHO. Gels are not necessary for a half: sticky, inconvenient and damn expensive. If you feel you'll need something during the event... eat something you enjoy! Choco (not if it is hot.. Ooh, sticky).. you know what you like. Happy running.

@cornellmans6362 9 ай бұрын

Doing a 21km road race on Sat Oct 28th and then a 26km trail run on Su Oct 29th. Will be a mental weekend

@tirvplumbing Жыл бұрын

I've got the Silkin Way half marathon in March. It's on road but cuts through Ironbridge Gorge so it's going to be a hilly one 😬😁

@partforeverday999 Жыл бұрын

Very good.

@twold4this Жыл бұрын

As always a terrific video. Enough with the *gels_for_half_marathon* thing. They are sticky, expensive...have a bar of something that tastes good. 😁

@lexington476 Жыл бұрын

4:26 same i always do, GU gels.

@wouter238 Жыл бұрын

Training for my first half in Egmond aan Zee (NL) first 8 k are across the beach. Looking forward to it. Target time sub 1:50; but no idea if it is viable or not. Will need to start experimenting with fueling some time soon..

@thedanalcantara Жыл бұрын

I ran one earlier this year as part of training for a marathon. Little did I know that the following day I would test positive for Covid and then a week later the marathon I had been training for would be cancelled… Still struggling to get my breathing back to what it was before, but determined to run another half (at least) in the new year.

@meditalisoo7 Жыл бұрын

Did my first half marathon race 2 years ago and somehow got a 10k PB in the first 10k that still stands today. (I didn't run any 10k races since then). And somehow miraculously I didn't slow down massively in the second half. But my advice is: even if you do something like this once this doesn't mean it'll work again. Stick to your race plan as much as possible.

@stewartsherwood7769 Жыл бұрын

I did something similar at the great North run this year, set a 5k 10k and 1/2 pb. Although I've since beaten the 5k pb during a 10k race.

@meditalisoo7 Жыл бұрын

@@stewartsherwood7769 Yeah, maybe 10k PB isn't that bad if your 10k time isn't that optimized yet. Mine definitely wasn't since I was training for the 1/2. 5k PB might be a bit much although I wasn't that far off my 5k PB pace.

@stewartsherwood7769 Жыл бұрын

@@meditalisoo7 True, had an accident and couldn't run for almost a month before the 10k. That definitely impacted that race time.

@brittanygray2742 4 ай бұрын

I'm going to run my first half marathon in 3 months. I'm a regular runner, the main thing I am worried about is being too slow. So I am doing speed work a few times a week to help shave off some time in the coming months. And my longest long run is only 6 miles currently. I feel like I can run forever, I just get bored and want to quit out of boredom... I'm having my hubby ride his bike along with me to help with this as my runs get even longer. Wish me luck!

@Stevenc1984 Жыл бұрын

I've got Sheffield for the 4th time in March. My tip for that one would be practice running hills (300m elevation gain almost all between 3-8K) 😅

@yeuros6280 Жыл бұрын

Ooof,, I ran my first half marathon 4 days ago 🤣

@meganhofer7979 Жыл бұрын

I’m doing one on Saturday! Trying to trust that the work I put in was enough 🥲

@morgandoerflein4957 Жыл бұрын

You can do it! Trust the training! Did my first half in October.

@Kelly_Ben Жыл бұрын

The hay is in the barn, you can't get any more fit, so just rest up and enjoy the anticipation! When you feel that nervous nausea, rename it "excited butterflies"... it's funny how a simple change in description turns it from scary to positive. Best wishes!