Training guide

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Level
Goal
Target race

Philadelphia Marathon 2026

Marathon | Philadelphia, PA | Nov 22, 2026

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Marathon plan13 weeks
Peak week39 mi
Long run13 mi
Run days4/week

Weekly mileage

39 mi0 miWeek 1: 15 milesWeek 2: 17 milesWeek 3: 19 milesWeek 4: 20 milesWeek 5: 24 milesWeek 6: 26 milesWeek 7: 28 milesWeek 8: 28 milesWeek 9: 32 milesWeek 10: 35 milesWeek 11: 37 milesWeek 12: 39 milesWeek 13: 23 miles
Week 1323 mi
Week 1Race week

Training focus

long-run consistencyfueling practiceaerobic endurancehill strengthdurable pacing

Training races

Harambee Happy Feet 5k 20265K | Sep 12, 2026Philadelphia Distance Run 2026Half Marathon | Sep 20, 2026Run a Muck 5k 20265K | Oct 3, 2026

Trail matches

Peace Valley Park6 mi | smoother footing + useful climbingValley Forge Loop5 mi | smoother footing + useful climbingSchuylkill River Trail30 mi | smoother footing + useful climbing