“Run for charity recommends that you allow yourself at least 24 Weeks to train for a marathon. Our training plans are designed for beginners who have little to no running experience, we also recommend that you consult your doctor before you start any training plan. Especially if you haven’t exercised for a while or if you have any existing health issues.”
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 20 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 1 minute, sprint 10 seconds, walk 1 minute x 5 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 1km run & 1km walk | Rest |
| Week 2 | 22 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 1 minute, sprint 10 seconds, walk 1 minute x 6 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 1.5kn run & 1.5km walk | Rest |
| Week 3 | 24 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 1 minute, sprint 10 seconds, walk 1 minute x 7 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 2km run & 2km walk | Rest |
| Week 4 | 26 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 1 minute, sprint 10 seconds, walk 1 minute x 9 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 3km run | Rest |
| Week 5 | 26 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 1 minute, sprint 10 seconds, walk 1 minute x 10 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 4km run | Rest |
| Week 6 | 28 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 2 minute, sprint 15 seconds, walk 2 minute x 5 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 5km run | Rest |
| Week 7 | 30 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 2 minute, sprint 15 seconds, walk 2 minute x 6 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 6km run | Rest |
| Week 8 | 32 minute gentle run | Rest | Speed training = Run 2 minute, sprint 15 seconds, walk 2 minute x 7 sets | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | 7km run | Rest |
| Race week | 30 minute gentle run | Rest | 20 minute light run | Rest | Gentle walk followed by full body stretches | Race day! | Rest |