Half Marathon Training

Not sure whether to start with a half or full marathon? Here’s an honest breakdown of training demands, timelines, and which distance suits you right now.

Signing up for your first half marathon? Here’s what to expect from training, race day, and the finish line — plus a realistic timeline for getting there.

Everything you actually need on half marathon race day — from kit and nutrition to bag drop essentials. A practical checklist for everyday runners.

Want to break 2 hours in a half marathon? This practical training plan covers paces, weekly structure, and what it actually takes to hit 1:59.

Running the second half faster than the first sounds simple. Here’s how to actually pace a negative split half marathon without blowing up early.

Hitting the wall at mile 10 is brutal and avoidable. Here’s how to fuel, pace and train so you finish strong — not crawling to the line.

Pre-race fuelling guide: carbs, hydration, timing, and what NOT to try. Race smart, starting with dinner.

Training for a half marathon takes 10–16 weeks for most runners. Here’s an honest breakdown by experience level, with realistic timelines and what to expect.

Find shoes that survive 16 weeks of half-marathon training. What to look for, how to test them, and why brand hype matters less than fit.