Your Half Marathon Pace Chart: Success Stories
Real runners achieving their marathon goals with smart pace planning. See how our pace calculator helps runners succeed.
John Doe
Completed Half Marathon in 1:45:30
John, a novice runner, started training for his first half marathon six months before race day. He had no prior experience with long-distance running, but his consistent training and disciplined approach helped him cross the finish line with an impressive time of 1:45:30. His focus was on pacing steadily and gradually building endurance.
Pace Strategy Used:
- Start slow to conserve energy in the first 3 miles.
- Maintain a steady pace of 8:00 per mile from miles 4-10.
- Push the last 3 miles with a faster pace to finish strong.
Emily Harris
Finished Half Marathon in 2:00:00
Emily was determined to complete her first half marathon under 2 hours. She trained with a balanced combination of speed work and long runs. Her success was not just about pace, but also about mental endurance. Her strategy was to stay calm, manage the miles effectively, and push through the tough moments during the second half.
Pace Strategy Used:
- Run the first 5 miles at a comfortable pace, around 9:00 per mile.
- Pick up the pace slightly to 8:45 per mile from mile 6 to mile 10.
- Give it all in the last 3 miles, aiming for a pace under 8:00 per mile.
Mark Stevens
Achieved a personal best of 1:30:00
Mark had been running for years and had completed several half marathons, but he was determined to break his personal record. By focusing on interval training and pacing strategies, he was able to achieve his goal of finishing in 1:30:00. Mark’s race day strategy was to start at a challenging pace but maintain it consistently throughout the race.
Pace Strategy Used:
- Start strong with a pace of 6:40 per mile for the first 5 miles.
- Slightly ease off the pace to 6:50 per mile from miles 6-10.
- Push hard in the final 3 miles with a 6:30 per mile pace.