Beginner: 3-4x a week - more rest days and active recovery days than the advanced plan, someone who is new in the sport of running. First long run 4 miles, build up to this milage/duration before starting plan. Full Marathon Training Plan designed to get you to the finish line with CONFIDENCE! This 20 week plan consists of: 3x runs a week - 2x Cross Train - 2 Rest Day (adjusts through progression of plan) First Run 4 miles/Highest milage 20 *PDF of Race Day Essentials *Pace Guide Notes ...