262 Base training

I learnt a lot training with the best athletes in the world, and the do a wonderful job of keeping things simple. Work hard, take care of rest / recovery and build consistency. Protect that rhythm and allow solid training days to stack together. This isn't some magic formula, but it's a bloody good plan that will give you a really good shot at your fastest times ever. It's up to you wether or not you follow it, and keep life simple either side of the training.

It's no surprise when I ran 2.09, I repeated a cycle of this kind of training for 3-4 times. It was covid year 2020, and so I was almost forced into being patient, and progressing things slowly, before entering my next marathon block.

Base training plan now comes with the 262 yearly planner, and so you can map the training into your current year plan.

Unlock your marathon potential with this 21-day Base Training Program – the ultimate foundation for marathon success. Designed for runners of all levels, this plan combines scientifically-backed training methods with practical, easy-to-follow sessions that build endurance, speed, and strength. (all training explained)

✔️ Progressive Structure: Improve your aerobic fitness, running economy, and threshold ability in just 3-4 weeks. (ideally repeat 2 x)
✔️ Variety & Flexibility: Includes alternative workouts for those repeating the program or seeking new challenges.
✔️ Marathon-Ready Foundation: Perfectly preps you for marathon-specific training, with a balance of mileage and intensity.
✔️ Time Trial Option: Test your fitness with a 10K, half-marathon, or personalized time trial at the end of each cycle.
✔️ Zone-Based Training: Tailored intensity levels ensure optimal results, whether you're building endurance or sharpening speed.

Start your journey today and experience a program designed to make every run count – because the foundation you lay today determines your performance on race day. Get ready to crush your marathon goals!