
All plans use Walking Breaks and some include training runs longer than the marathon distance. Three runs per week Tempo Runs, Interval Training and Long Runs, plus 2 days of cross training. These plans specify two runs per week, a long run and a speedwork, with the rest let up to the individual. This summary attempts to distill each of the plans into their unique points. This comparison does not attempt to be comprehensive review of all plans, but to cover a few of the most popular plans.

The comparison is also based on the plans themselves, not any supporting information such as the training methodology or other advice. The goal is to provide you with some guidance around which plans are candidates so you can do further research. This comparison should not be used to choose a plan by itself.
8 Want to Look for in the Marathon Training Plan.6 Modifying the Plans for Continuous Training.4 Mid Plan Adjustments and the Golden Rule of Training.
