The advanced marathon training plan is designed for those runners that are well-experiences and well-versed in running. There will be a wide range of workouts and intensity continues to build throughout the program.

If you are using the advanced program, you have completed the major races leading up to a marathon and are familiar with your different paces. You will referent to 5k, 10k, and half marathon race paces throughout the build so it's important to know what you can do. There will also be a variety of workouts including speedwork on the track, fartleks, hills, and intervals. The key to success is the balance of work and recovery. Be sure to relax on the easy days. You will have plenty of time to work but don't rush it by adding in more work days on recovery.

The plan initially starts with 5 runs and 1 cross-training day with 2 strength workouts per week. After a couple weeks of building up endurance, the plan includes a 6th run and eliminates the cross training day. You should be comfortable running 6 times per week when you start the program even if the first few weeks are still 5 weekly runs. The long runs add up quickly and so does the intensity. Workouts will be during long runs some weeks too. These days, it's particularly important to come up with a nutrition plan and strategy so you can focus on the run and maximize the workout.