First timers and experienced runners should read this guide to find out how to think about and structure your training.

There are so many ways to go about doing a half marathon. Your pacing strategy will depend on the objectives you set and the type of event/ route it is. But here, we will take you through a few of your options.

At Coopah, we create and help athletes like you to complete a half marathon. This blog is for those running their first half marathon and want to know how long they need to train to run a half marathon.

Running a half marathon is a fantastic challenge for all runners. Half Marathon is one of the most popular race events across the globe with the worlds largest being the Great North Run. At Coopah, we help athletes like you to complete a half marathon. This blog is for those thinking about running a half marathon and want to know how fit they need to be to run one.

Congratulations! Welcome to running your first half marathon, this blog gives you an introduction and tips on how to get started with training for your first marathon.

First off – massive congratulations. You’ve signed up for a challenge that’s going to push you, stretch you and show you what you’re really capable of. That finish line isn’t just something to cross – it’s something to earn.

I’ll be honest. When I trained for my first half marathon, I had no idea what I was doing. I’d head out for runs with no real plan, no guidance – just make it up as I went along. I didn’t know anything about pacing, progression, or how to fuel properly. I hadn’t even heard of an energy gel.

A ‘good’ half marathon time will depend on several factors including age, fitness level, running experience, for example, are you doing couch to half marathon, etc.