If you are beginning to run for the first time, then the Beginner Marathon Plan is for you. It is the bare minimum to get you through a marathon.

The difference between this plan and the "To Finish" plan is that this plan calls for more walking while the "To Finish" Plan calls for more cross-training during the week. The long run mileage on the weekend is the same for both programs.  

Everyone can have a good experience in a marathon, as long as you keep a comfortable pace throughout. If you have a good experience, you'll want to do it again! 

Jeff offers a kind and gentle program that has not only helped over 100,000 runners cross the finish line, but many veterans have used it to qualify for Boston or run their best times.  If you follow Jeff's simple guidelines, you can carry on your life's activities - even after a 26.2 mile run.