Marathon Training Plan Beginners Quilting. It’s estimated that it takes the average beginner about 15 weeks of training to get themselves mentally and physically prepared for a marathon. Typically, you will need to run three to five times a week and increase your mileage as your race day get closer.
Most coaches do not recommend completing the full marathon distance in training because they believe the risk of injury outweighs any potential benefits. Running a marathon is an impressive feat of endurance, strength, and perseverance. This is hal's most popular program: