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Subscription
None – One-time payment
Time commitment
4–10 hours per week
Low cost
$159 one-time payment
Plan duration
12–16 weeks
Level
Beginner · Intermediate · Experienced
Training zones
Heart rate · Speed · RPE*
What’s Included in Your Brisbane Half Marathon Training Plan
- A personalised training plan shaped around your fitness level, weekly routine, and your goals for the Brisbane Half Marathon
- Suitable for all runners, whether you’re preparing for your first 21.1 km or targeting a faster time on Brisbane’s warm, slightly hilly course
- Includes a 1-hour consultation conducted by phone or email
- A full assessment of your running history, current conditioning, and pacing objectives to ensure a truly customised program
- Workouts designed using pace, heart rate, or perceived exertion, with guidance specific to Brisbane’s climate, elevation changes, and race-day flow
- Delivered through TrainingPeaks for easy scheduling, tracking, and day-by-day clarity in your training progress
- A single upfront payment with no ongoing fees or subscriptions
- Your tailored Brisbane Half Marathon plan arrives within 24 hours*
What Sets Our Plans Apart
What makes SportCoaching’s Brisbane Half Marathon Training Plan different is the way it adapts to both your needs and the unique characteristics of Brisbane’s race environment. Warm conditions, steady riverfront stretches, and subtle elevation changes all require a smart, personalised approach rather than a generic template.
- Designed around your lifestyle and fitness: Your program is built using your current running base, training history, available weekly time, and your goals for running the Brisbane Half Marathon.
- 1-hour consultation call: You’ll speak directly with Coach Graeme about your running background, past race experiences, and the pace you’d like to target in Brisbane.
- Fitness and performance review: We analyse your recent training data, endurance levels, pacing habits, and how you typically respond to heat or hills. This allows us to create structured workouts that prepare you for Brisbane’s warm race conditions and gradual climbs.
- Delivered within 24 hours: Once your consultation is completed, your individually tailored Brisbane Half Marathon Training Plan is prepared and delivered within one business day.
“Fantastic coach. I’ve seen huge improvements in my running since starting with Graeme. Highly recommended.”
Jean Kristin Veibye-Hauge, Runner, Norway
★★★★★
“Dropped my 5 km time from 21 minutes to 17 minutes. The coaching structure and feedback made a huge difference.”
Graham Pearson, Runner, New Zealand
★★★★★
“Graeme was outstanding throughout my training. Always responsive, motivating, and clear with guidance.”
Aneesh Yellishetty, Runner, New Zealand
★★★★★
Have questions about your training or coaching options? Chat directly with Graeme for real-time guidance, expert advice, and personalized support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this Brisbane Half Marathon plan for?
This plan is designed for runners targeting the Brisbane Half Marathon, from first time 21.1 km runners who want to feel comfortable over the distance to experienced athletes hoping to run faster on Brisbane’s river side course and gentle hills.
How long does the Brisbane Half Marathon plan run for?
The Brisbane Half Marathon Training Plan is usually set up across 12 to 16 weeks. The exact length is adjusted to your starting fitness and how many weeks you have before race day at the Brisbane Marathon Festival or your chosen Brisbane half marathon event.
How many hours of training per week will I need?
Most runners complete between 4 and 10 hours of training each week. The weekly volume is scaled to your experience, schedule, and race goals so your build up to the Brisbane Half Marathon feels challenging but still manageable around life and work.
What types of workouts are included in the plan?
Your program includes long runs, race pace efforts, interval sessions, tempo runs, easy recovery days, and optional strength training. Each session is structured to help you cope with Brisbane’s warmer weather, gradual elevation changes, and steady river side sections on race day.
How is the Brisbane Half Marathon plan delivered?
All training is delivered through TrainingPeaks, an online platform you can open on your phone, tablet, or computer. You can check upcoming workouts, log completed sessions, and track your progress toward the Brisbane Half Marathon in one place.
When will I receive my plan?
Your personalised Brisbane Half Marathon plan is written and delivered within 24 hours of purchase so you can start training as soon as you are ready.
Does the plan include a consultation?
Yes. A 1 hour consultation by phone or email is included. This time is used to discuss your running background, Brisbane Half Marathon goals, pacing ideas, and any concerns so the plan is set up around your needs.
Is this a one time payment?
Yes. The Brisbane Half Marathon Training Plan is a single payment of $159 AUD with no ongoing subscription and no extra fees.
Can I follow the plan using heart rate or RPE?
Yes. You can train using heart rate zones, rate of perceived exertion, or pace based targets. The plan is built to work with the tools and devices you already use while preparing for the Brisbane Half Marathon.
Who Is This For?
- Runners entering the Brisbane Half Marathon for the first time who want a clear, confidence building path to covering 21.1 km in warm city conditions
- Brisbane based runners who have finished a half marathon before and now want to run quicker by improving tempo strength, race pace control, and resilience on the city’s gradual climbs
- Regular half marathoners chasing a new personal best on Brisbane’s river side course, looking for targeted speed work, structured long runs, and pacing plans specific to the event
- Anyone training for the Brisbane Half Marathon who wants guidance to manage injury risk, balance work and family with training, and follow a structured program that suits the local climate and course profile
Overview
Preparing for the Brisbane Half Marathon takes more than simply following a generic 21.1 km plan. Brisbane’s warm climate, steady river-side gradients, and long flat sections require training that builds smart pacing habits, heat resilience, and consistent aerobic strength. Whether this is your first Brisbane Half or you’re determined to run a faster time than previous years, this program is shaped to help you perform confidently on one of Queensland’s most popular running events.
This training plan supports runners of all backgrounds and gradually increases endurance while improving pacing discipline and overall running strength. You’ll complete a balanced mix of easy aerobic runs, progressive long runs, interval work, tempo efforts, and recovery sessions. Each workout is tailored to your fitness level, lifestyle, and the specific demands of the Brisbane Half Marathon course.
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