Running Event Training Plans

Guides for all levels of runner, for all distances of running challenge event.

Thank you so much for supporting SSAFA through your fundraising event - we are so grateful to have you on the team!

Whether you are running a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra, we have created a selection of training plans to suit your needs.

Our beginners, intermediate and advanced training plans have been carefully created by a professional running coach to get the most out your training and get you ready for race day!

5 km

10 km

Half-Marathon

Marathon

50 km

100 km

 

 

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