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The half marathon is one of the most misunderstood races.
It’s short enough to tempt you into going aggressive…
but long enough that early mistakes will cost you in the final 5K.
If you’ve ever:
• Felt amazing at mile 4
• Questioned your life at mile 10
• Or completely faded in the final stretch
This episode is for you.
Inside, we break down:
• The biggest half marathon pacing mistake
• What your effort should feel like in each segment of the race
• How to pace miles 1–3 vs miles 9–13
• Even splits vs negative splits (and which works best)
• How to adjust for heat, hills, wind, and fitness level
• The mental strategy that helps you close strong instead of survive
The half marathon isn’t about blasting the first 5 miles and hanging on.
It’s about patience early, commitment late, and controlled aggression in the final stretch.
If you want to finish strong instead of fading at mile 10, this episode will help you rethink your pacing strategy.
And if you’re looking for personalized race pacing and structured training specific to your fitness, check the show notes for coaching options and resources.
Race smart.
Stay patient.
Close strong.
