From 8k to Half Marathon Day
Moving up to long distance is a BIG DEAL. We get it! But we take you from being nervous, anxious and overwhelmed about the half marathon to being fully prepared, confident and excited for the big day out!
Training for a half marathon is a LOT more than just running miles. We cover everything from fueling to flexibility, injury prevention to hydration, nerves to setbacks, motivation to self belief. But we keep it simple.
Simplifying the training: We drip feed all the information and coaching you need, right when you need it, so you can focus on the week you are in, not worry about the future.
We do it together: Over 12 weeks our enthusiastic experts support you each step of the way exactly how you are feeling and helping you make the most out of your first big venture into long distance!
NEW FOR 2026 : This course kicks off from 1st March 2026 but you can pre order in advance (or buy as a gift for someone who has a half marathon in 2026). It is suitable for ANY half marathon which will take place after 30th May 2026.
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"Reaching the finish line was one of the most empowering moments of my life. Thanks for all your weekly videos, tips, vast experience and advice.Your calmness and reassurance were second to none." - Ciara.
Your Coach, Mary Jennings
2026 will be my 19th year of guiding runners and supporting them in both long and short distance. With more than 45 marathons and ultramarathons behind me, I’ve made all the mistakes myself and seen it all over the year. Join me and my team of coaches as we guide you every step of the way.
First Time Half Marathoner
There is nothing like running your first half marathon and we really want you to do it right and get the most out of the experience. If you do this right it will open up a whole world of long distance adventures and opportunities.
We break half marathon training down into 12 weeks - 12 stepping stones from 8k to Half Marathon to get you confident, excited and ready for your half marathon day.
What's included
- 12 weeks of step by step coaching.
- Weekly videos, training notes and tips
- Personalised training plans and feedback
- Online support and guidance from Mary
- Access to fun and supportive coaches to share tips and ask any questions.
- Bonus resources including Yoga, Strength, Food, Mobility videos and tips and podcasts.
LifeTime Access:
While the course is 12 weeks long, you will have lifetime access to all the content - so you can come back to it at any time!
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Buy as a gift :
You can also buy this course for someone else as a gift - I bet you know someone who has got a spot for a 2026 half marathon and you would love them to train for it right.
How it works :
- You can kick off the course 12 weeks before your marathon date and it will automatically start the process - 12 weeks step by step.
- The course will be 100% online so you can do follow from anywhere in the world.
- But there is great support too - our full team of coaches are behind you if you have any questions or dramas!
- All you need to do is commit to following along week by week and try your best.
- Time needed - 3 times per week getting out the door - but with no pressure on speed/distance!
What makes this different :
So many half marathon training programmes are very technical and complicated and focussed entirely on a time target. When it is your first one we believe the achievement is in the training (accepting you also have a life outside of training) and being able to arrive on race day confident you have done all you can. We take all competition out of long distance training and instead focus on all the elements that often get ignored - sports pyschology, injury prevention, motivation, nutrition and self belief. The time on the clock is not the only reflection on the effort and dedication you have put into training. Its a full 12 weeks of learning, achievement and satisfaction.
Are you the right fit?
Answer YES to the questions below and our coaching is made for you!
1. You can run 8k comfortably (just about) and are injury free.
2. You are excited (but a little daunted) about long distance training.
3. You are feeling overwhelmed with all the conficting information out there
4. You want to actually ENJOY the training as much as the race day itself.
5. You want to arrive to the start line confident for the day ahead.
6. You want to avoid injury and still keep your love for running well beyond the race day
7. You want to share the journey with others who feel just like you.
8. You dont want to obsess about the time on the clock.
9. You are willing to commit to training 3 times each week (most weeks)
10. You can dedicate 30 minutes to one hour each weekend to learn from our weekly lessons.
11. You know that if you are left to your own devices you could end up giving up on the long distance dream.
12. Your main goal is to get to the finish line having had an amazing experience.
13. You are not that interested in being competitive with other runners.
14. You do not wish to make this a race or something that will stress you out.
15. You have a busy life but are determined that this is the summer you will take some time for yourself.
16. You know someone who once ran a half marathon who is just like you - and wonder - if they could do it, maybe you could too.
17. You don't quite believe you can do it YET, but you know if you were surrounded by the right people you might just achieve the impossible!
If you answered YES to most of those, then you will fit right in.
