Fleet Feet Pittsburgh Training Programs

Designed for runners who are looking to set a personal best time, or hit race qualifying standards. The program peaks at 50-60 miles a week with a long run of 23 miles, and includes two dedicated speed sessions each week. Participants should currently be comfortable running at least 25-30 miles a week, with a long run of ten miles. Use this plan to optimize performance and achieve your qualifying time at the 26.2 mile distance!

Designed for runners who participate in 2-3 half marathons a year, and are looking to set personal best times and optimize their racing. The program peaks at 40-50 miles a week with a long run of 14 miles, and includes two dedicated speed sessions each week. Participants should currently be comfortable running at least six miles, 3-4 times a week with a long run of 10 miles. Use this plan to increase your overall volume, fine-tune your speed and crush the 13.1 mile distance!

Designed for first-time marathon participants, or runners returning to the distance after extended time off. The program peaks at 35-40 miles a week with a long run of 20 miles, and does not include a dedicated speed session. Participants should currently be comfortable running at least 12-15 miles a week, with a long run of six miles. Use this plan to safely build your training distances, and cross the finish line of your first 26.2 mile race!

Designed for beginner/novice runners, or runners returning to the sport after extended time off. The program peaks at 25-30 miles a week with a long run of 10 miles, and does not include a dedicated speed session. Participants should currently be comfortable running at least three miles, 3-4 times a week. Use this plan to come back from injury, or cross the finish line of your first 13.1 mile race!

Designed for runners who have completed the marathon distance at least once in the past 10-12 months. The program peaks at 40-50 miles a week with a long run of 20 miles, and includes a dedicated weekly speed session. Participants should currently be comfortable running at least 15-20 miles a week, with a long run of 10 miles. Use this plan to increase your volume, improve your speed and set a personal best time at the 26.2 mile distance!

Designed for runners who have completed the half marathon distance one or more times in the past 6-8 months, and are looking to improve their overall performance. The program peaks at 30-40 miles a week with a long run of 12 miles, and includes a dedicated weekly speed session. Participants should currently be comfortable running three to six miles, 3-4 times a week. Use this plan to stay healthy during training, and set a personal best at the 13.1 mile distance!