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Subscription
None - One Time Payment
Time commitment
6 - 14 Hours Per Week
Low Cost
$189 One Time Payment
Plan Duration
16 - 20 Weeks
Level
Beginner | Intermediate | Experienced
Training Zones
Heart Rate | Speed | RPE*
What’s Included in Your Melbourne Marathon Plan
- Tailored marathon training plan designed around your fitness level, available training time, and Melbourne Marathon race day goals
- Ideal for first-time marathon runners or experienced athletes looking to enhance their performance on one of Australia’s premier courses
- Includes a one-hour consultation via phone or email to personalize your training approach
- Detailed assessment of your current fitness
- Workouts designed based on your target pace, heart rate zones, and perceived exertion (RPE) for optimal training efficiency
- Seamless online access to your training plan through Training Peaks
- One-time payment with no ongoing subscriptions or hidden charges
- Delivered within 24 hours, allowing you to start training right away*
What Sets Our Plans Apart
SportCoaching’s Melbourne Marathon Training Plan is designed specifically for the city’s fast, scenic course that winds from St Kilda to the MCG. It’s not a copy-and-paste schedule — it’s a personalised plan tailored to your fitness, lifestyle, and the distinct pacing demands of Melbourne’s flat yet variable route.
- Custom built around your lifestyle and fitness: Each plan begins with your current fitness, running history, and weekly availability, ensuring your training fits seamlessly into your life.
- Course-specific preparation: Melbourne’s course rewards endurance, pacing discipline, and mental focus during the long St Kilda stretch. Your plan includes steady-state runs for pace control, long efforts mimicking the flat terrain, and race simulations to perfect fueling and finish-line execution at the MCG.
- 1-hour consultation with Coach Graeme: Discuss your goals, review performance data, and identify areas to improve so your training focuses on what truly boosts your performance.
- Delivered within 24 hours: After your consultation, your fully personalised Melbourne Marathon Plan is built and delivered within one business day so you can start training immediately.
"Fantastic coach! I’ve seen huge improvements in my running since starting with Graeme. Highly recommend!"
– Jean Kristin Veibye-Hauge, Runner, Norway
★★★★★
"Dropped my 5K time from 21 min to 17 min! Thanks for the great coaching!"
– Graham Pearson, Runner, New Zealand
★★★★★
"Graeme was absolutely amazing throughout my training. Always helpful and motivating!"
– 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 Melbourne Marathon plan for?
This plan is designed for runners of all levels—beginners preparing for their first marathon, intermediate runners aiming to improve their times, and experienced marathoners striving for personal bests. It focuses on building endurance, pacing strategies, and race-specific preparation.
How long does the plan run for?
The Melbourne Marathon Training Plan spans 16 to 20 weeks, depending on your current fitness level and race goals.
How many hours per week will I need?
You’ll need between 6 to 14 hours per week to complete the training sessions included in this plan, tailored to your schedule and fitness level.
What kind of workouts are included?
The plan includes a mix of long runs, interval training, tempo sessions, and crucial recovery days. Workouts are structured around your pace, heart rate zones, and perceived exertion to optimize performance and reduce injury risk.
Is the training plan delivered online?
Yes—all workouts are delivered through TrainingPeaks, an online training platform that syncs with most GPS watches and tracking apps.
How soon will I get access to the plan?
You’ll receive your personalized training plan within 24 hours of purchase.
Is a consultation included?
Yes, your plan includes a 1-hour consultation via phone or email to review your background, fitness level, and goals.
Is this a one-time payment?
Yes—there’s no ongoing subscription. The Melbourne Marathon Training Plan is a one-time payment of $189 AUD.
Can I use heart rate or RPE for training?
Absolutely. The plan is designed to work with heart rate zones, RPE (rate of perceived exertion), or time-based workouts, depending on your preferences and equipment.
Who Is This For?
- First-time Melbourne Marathon runners focused on building endurance, improving pacing, and maintaining consistency for a strong race debut
- Intermediate runners looking to elevate their Melbourne Marathon performance with strategic pacing, increased stamina, and race-specific training
- Experienced marathoners aiming for a personal best in the Melbourne Marathon by integrating advanced training techniques, speed sessions, and tailored race strategies
- Athletes committed to injury prevention, structured recovery, and maintaining a sustainable high-performance training plan leading up to race day
Overview
No matter your running background, our Melbourne Marathon Training Plan is designed to help you achieve your race-day goals with confidence. Whether you’re taking on your first marathon or striving for a new personal best, this flexible 16-20 week program is tailored to your fitness level, available training time, and specific race objectives, ensuring you stay on track for success.
This comprehensive plan emphasizes endurance development, pacing refinement, and race-specific preparation, helping you build both physical strength and mental resilience. With a structured mix of long runs, speed sessions, tempo efforts, and crucial recovery days, you’ll train effectively, minimize injury risk, and arrive at the start line fully prepared to take on the challenge of the Melbourne Marathon.
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