13.1 Training Plan

Official training for my Miami Half Marathon starts November 7. I usually follow a standard training program online. For my marathon I used Hal Higdon so I've decided to use his "novice 2" training plan for this go round.

Here is what it looks like:

WEEK	MON	TUE	WED	THU	FRI	SAT	SUN
1	Rest	3 m run	3 m run	3 m run	Rest	4 m run	60 min cross
2	Rest	3 m run	3 m pace	3 m run	Rest	5 m run	60 min cross
3	Rest	3 m run	4 m run	3 m run	Rest	6 m run	60 min cross
4	Rest	3 m run	4 m pace	3 m run	Rest	7 m run	60 min cross
5	Rest	3 m run	4 m run	3 m run	Rest	8 m run	60 min cross
6	Rest	3 m run	4 m pace	3 m run	Rest	5-K Race	60 min cross
7	Rest	3 m run	5 m run	3 m run	Rest	9 m run	60 min cross
8	Rest	3 m run	5 m pace	3 m run	Rest	10 m run	60 min cross
9	Rest	3 m run	5 m run	3 m run	Rest	10-K Race	60 min cross
10	Rest	3 m run	5 m pace	3 m run	Rest	11 m run	60 min cross
11	Rest	3 m run	5 m run	3 m run	Rest	12 m run	60 min cross
12	Rest	3 m run	2 m pace	2 m run	Rest	Rest	Half Marathon

I have never followed the plan exactly. I use it as a guide and do the best I can. The main goal is to run 2-3 short runs during the week with one long run that increases by a mile each week. 

Part of my little ritual is adding my schedule to my calendar and getting my mind ready for the weeks ahead. I'm going to look at some motivational quotes and add them to each day ahead of time. I usually look for a quote the day of the run but maybe this can be my little twist to make this training a little more magical!!

I'm really hoping to have a good training. My mind is in a good place and I'm feeling strong. I've had problems with hips and knees and cramping in the past... Lets all send some good vibes for a healthy and strong training!!! 

Peace and love