running training plans

Whether you are just starting to run, running in the local 10k, or training for the Boston Marathon, PC Coach can help! You can create a training plan to prepare for a 5k, 10k, half marathon, or marathon race. Or, create a plan to prepare for cross country or track season. Read about each plan below, and find the plan that's right for you.

The foundation of each program is the PC Coach software logbook. PC Coach logbook is an electronic calendar and training diary, allowing you to schedule workouts, log your data and graph reports of your progress. The logbook can be used alone or with any of our training plans.

Each of our training plans for runners offers proven training schedules developed by a world-class coach. With each plan, you answer questions about your training such as weekly mileage, experience level, and goals for this season.

The program will adjust the workouts based on your answers, and create a training plan customized for your goal and experience. The resulting schedule is loaded onto your PC Coach calendar, so you know exactly which workout to perform on each day.

Coach Benson's
Heart Rate Fartlek

The term fartlek or " speed-play " refers to a workout that involves alternating periods of hard and easy running. Less structured than track workouts, these can be done anywhere, on any terrain.

The Heart Rate Fartlek is a variation of this classic workout... read more
 
Roy Benson's Heart Rate Running Plan
from one of the pioneers of heart rate based training, this is an excellent plan designed for running distances of 800 meters to 10k - train for 5k or 10k road racing, cross country, and track. For adult, high school or college runners - beginner to elite. Read more about Coach Benson's heart rate training plan here.
Jeff Galloway's Marathon and Half-Marathon Plan
Jeff Galloway uses his successful, low-stress training methods to train runners of all abilities for a Marathon or Half-Marathon race. Jeff will take you from where you are today to racing in a half marathon in just 13 weeks, or train for a marathon in 26 weeks. Read more about the Galloway Marathon training plan here.
Arturo Barrios' 10K Plan
former world record holder Arturo Barrios creates a 10K training plan to tune your training the final 9 weeks before your race. An easy to use plan to help you run a fast 10K! read more
Uta Pippig's Marathon Plan
3-time Boston Marathon winner Uta Pippig creates a winning schedule for you. This plan creates a periodized schedule for the last 10 weeks before your marathon. For intermediate to experienced runners who are already running regularly - this plan has helped many runners set a marathon PR! read more

Polar RS800sd

 

Polar RS800sd - Polar's newest heart rate monitor for runners is also the top of the line! The RS800sd comes with Polar's new, smaller and lighter S3 footpod to give you accurate speed, distance AND cadence on your runs. The new W.I.N.D. Wearlink transmitter is free of interference. It's waterproof and includes an altimeter. For more details, visit the Polar RS800sd page.

Another good option for runners is the RS400sd for only $369.95.

Both models download to the computer using infrared communication.

  
 

$349.95

Garmin Forerunner 305

A great training tool for runners of all levels, the Forerunner™ 305 continuously monitors your heart rate, distance, pace, altitude and calories burned so you can train smarter and more effectively.

- New, high-sensitivity GPS receiver provides faster acquisition times and improves tracking in trees.

- Customizable screens let you view up to 12 data fields on 3 screens for immediate feedback on runs.

- Includes Garmin Training Center software to easily create workouts to meet your specific goals and analyze completed workout data.

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$399

Suunto t6

The Suunto t6 with the optional foodpod accessory records heart rate, altitude, speed and distance while running and is the first tool to directly measure the effect of each workout and relate it to your personal fitness level to evaluate the effectiveness of each workout.

- The Food POD is a lightweight device that attaches easily to your shoe and contains three acceleration sensors for highly accurate speed and distance data. Just $99.

- Includes Suunto Training Manager software for simple planning, logbook and reporting capability and analysis of training sessions with seven body parameters including EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption), heart rate, energy consumption and training effect.



$299.95

Timex Ironman Bodylink Trailrunner

The Timex Ironman Bodylink Trailrunner Heart Rate Monitor and Speed + Distance Monitor features 3D GPS mapping, altitude, Finish Time mode, and the 100-lap feature. The GPS is smaller and lighter than earlier models, and allows you to track your location.

- Add the Timex Data Recorder 2 ($74.95) and collect / download heart rate data, speed + distance data, and GPS location data.

Check out our selection of running books by the world's foremost running experts. We have books by Jeff Galloway, Coach Roy Benson, and Mike Sandrock.

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