Commit Half Marathon

Run Your Strongest 13.1

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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

Difficulty

Beginner or Intermediate
Commit Half Marathon includes two plan options. Choose Beginner if you’re newer to the half marathon distance or building mileage. Choose Intermediate if you have a solid running base and want to improve your speed, stamina, and overall performance.

Time Commitment

  • 5–6 days/week
  • ~45 min strength sessions
  • Variety of runs from 30 min to 14 miles

Schedule

Workout Routine

  • 3-4 Runs
  • 2 Full Body Strength Days 

The schedule will vary depending on your level. The Beginner plan starts with three runs per week and progresses in volume and intensity over time. The Intermediate plan includes a wider variety of run types—such as speed runs, progression runs, tempo efforts, long runs, and fast finishes—to support performance improvements. Both tracks follow a structured 3-phase progression: Base Phase (build mileage and foundation), Main Phase (peak volume and intensity), and Taper Phase (recover and sharpen for race day).

Equipment

  • Dumbbells
  • Resistance Bands
  • Elevated Step

This program is designed to work at home or in the gym, with alternates and modifications included to meet you where you are.

Program Overview

Difficulty
Beginner or Intermediate
Program
12 weeks
Workouts
Cadence
5-6x / week
Avg. length
45min strength / 20 min-11 mile runs
Schedule
  • 3-4 Runs
  • 2 Full Body Strength Days 

The schedule will vary depending on your level.

Equipment
  • Dumbbells
  • Resistance Bands
  • Elevated Step
Get started for free

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

Beginner or Intermediate
Commit Half Marathon includes two plan options. Choose Beginner if you’re newer to the half marathon distance or building mileage. Choose Intermediate if you have a solid running base and want to improve your speed, stamina, and overall performance.

Time Commitment
12 weeks
  • 5–6 days/week
  • ~45 min strength sessions
  • Variety of runs from 30 min to 14 miles
Schedule
Workout Routine

Workout Routine

  • 3-4 Runs
  • 2 Full Body Strength Days 

The schedule will vary depending on your level. The Beginner plan starts with three runs per week and progresses in volume and intensity over time. The Intermediate plan includes a wider variety of run types—such as speed runs, progression runs, tempo efforts, long runs, and fast finishes—to support performance improvements. Both tracks follow a structured 3-phase progression: Base Phase (build mileage and foundation), Main Phase (peak volume and intensity), and Taper Phase (recover and sharpen for race day).

Equipment
What you’ll need
  • Dumbbells
  • Resistance Bands
  • Elevated Step

This program is designed to work at home or in the gym, with alternates and modifications included to meet you where you are.

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