Beginner 10K plan11 min read•Updated May 2026
Beginner 10K Plan: 8-week program to run your first 10K
A beginner-friendly 10K program built to move from run/walk sessions to steady running with a clear week-by-week structure.
Editorial library
Pacewise Blog & Guides
Technical guides and editorial articles to prepare your next race methodically — marathon, half marathon, 10K, trail and more.
Recent articles
8-week half marathon plan10 min read•Updated May 2026
8-Week Half Marathon Plan: Program for Intermediate Runners
An 8-week half marathon plan for runners who already have a 5K or 10K base, want to break two hours, and need a clearer week-by-week structure.
Marathon hydration9 min read•Updated May 2026
Marathon hydration: how much should you drink, when, and what?
A practical guide to marathon hydration, electrolytes, water, isotonic drinks, and sports drinks so you know what to drink before, during, and after the race.
Marathon gels & fueling8 min read•Updated May 2026
Energy gels and marathon fueling: everything you need to know
A practical guide to marathon gels, aid stations, timing, and water-vs-sports-drink decisions so your race-day fueling stays simple and repeatable.
Marathon training nutrition9 min read•Updated May 2026
Marathon nutrition: what should you eat during training?
A practical guide to marathon nutrition, pre-run meals, hydration, and carbohydrate loading during the final race week.
Pacewise x Formax editorial contribution7 min read•Updated May 2026
Marathon load and recovery: 5 mistakes that break progression
Pacewise's editorial contribution for Formax on the most common load-management and recovery mistakes made by amateur marathon runners.
Running guides
First marathon14 min read
Beginner Marathon Training Plan: 16 Weeks to Run Your First Marathon
A focused guide for runners who need a realistic 16-week beginner marathon plan instead of a generic high-volume schedule.
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Marathon guide12 min read
Marathon Training Plan: Complete Guide for Your Preparation
A detailed guide to building a coherent marathon program, choosing between 12, 16, or 20 weeks, and turning your current fitness markers into useful training paces.
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Half marathon guide14 min read
Half Marathon Training Plan: Complete 12 to 16 Week Guide
A practical guide to choosing between 12, 14, and 16 weeks, placing the right workouts, and pacing your half marathon from the first kilometers to the finish.
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10K guide13 min read
10K Training Plan: From Beginner to Sub-45
A detailed guide to structuring your 10K build-up, understanding how beginner and advanced needs differ, and targeting a credible time from sub-60 to sub-45.
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50K Trail15 min read
50K Trail Training Plan - Get Ready for Your First 50K
A long-tail guide for runners targeting a first 50K trail race with a clear 20-week structure built around terrain, climbing, and durability.
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Trail guide15 min read
Trail Running Training Plan: From Short Trail to Ultra, Complete Guide
From short trail races to ultras, a long-form guide to adapt your training to terrain, elevation, self-sufficiency, and mountain-specific demands.
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