Commit Half Marathon

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What is Commit Half Marathon?

Your Structured Half Marathon Race Program

Commit Half Marathon is a 12-week race training program developed by certified personal trainer and UESCA running coach Melissa Kendter. Whether you're preparing for your first half marathon or aiming for a new PR, this plan guides you through a progressive build that balances strategic run training with strength, recovery, and race-day preparation. With Beginner and Intermediate tracks to choose from, you’ll improve your endurance, build total-body strength, and develop the mental and physical stamina needed to run 13.1 miles with confidence.

Who is it for?

Runners Ready to Commit to 13.1

Whether you're stepping up to the half marathon distance for the first time or looking to improve your performance, Commit Half Marathon provides structure, flexibility, and support to help you train with purpose. The Beginner track is ideal for newer distance runners or those building mileage, while the Intermediate plan is built for more experienced runners looking to improve speed, endurance, and race-day execution.

Benefits

Why Commit Half Marathon?

Led by Melissa Kendter, CPT and UESCA-certified running coach, this program uses proven training methods to help you build fitness strategically and sustainably.

  1. Strength + mobility support
    Total-body strength, core, and mobility work are included throughout to support injury prevention, recovery, and race performance.
  2. Progressive structure
    Each week builds with intention, using principles like progressive overload and cutback weeks to help you improve without burning out.
  3. Race-day strategy
    From pacing and fueling to tapering and mental prep, Commit Half Marathon helps you arrive at the start line feeling strong, sharp, and fully prepared to run your best race.

Program Details

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Difficulty

Time Commitment

Schedule

Equipment

Program Overview

Difficulty
Beginner or Intermediate
Program
12 weeks
Workouts
Cadence
5-6x / week
Avg. length
45min strength / 20 min-11 mile runs
Schedule
Equipment
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What is Commit Half Marathon?

Your Structured Half Marathon Race Program

Commit Half Marathon is a 12-week race training program developed by certified personal trainer and UESCA running coach Melissa Kendter. Whether you're preparing for your first half marathon or aiming for a new PR, this plan guides you through a progressive build that balances strategic run training with strength, recovery, and race-day preparation. With Beginner and Intermediate tracks to choose from, you’ll improve your endurance, build total-body strength, and develop the mental and physical stamina needed to run 13.1 miles with confidence.

Who is it for?

Runners Ready to Commit to 13.1

Whether you're stepping up to the half marathon distance for the first time or looking to improve your performance, Commit Half Marathon provides structure, flexibility, and support to help you train with purpose. The Beginner track is ideal for newer distance runners or those building mileage, while the Intermediate plan is built for more experienced runners looking to improve speed, endurance, and race-day execution.

Benefits

Why Commit Half Marathon?

Led by Melissa Kendter, CPT and UESCA-certified running coach, this program uses proven training methods to help you build fitness strategically and sustainably.

  1. Strength + mobility support
    Total-body strength, core, and mobility work are included throughout to support injury prevention, recovery, and race performance.
  2. Progressive structure
    Each week builds with intention, using principles like progressive overload and cutback weeks to help you improve without burning out.
  3. Race-day strategy
    From pacing and fueling to tapering and mental prep, Commit Half Marathon helps you arrive at the start line feeling strong, sharp, and fully prepared to run your best race.

Program Details

Difficulty
Beginner or Intermediate
Time Commitment
12 weeks
Schedule
Workout Routine
Equipment
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