It would be best if you had a lot of stamina to run the 13.1 miles of a half marathon, which is a challenging goal.
The best workout plan for you depends on your health, your goals, and how much time and energy you have.
If you have ample access to an elliptical machine and outdoor running is less convenient, you can undoubtedly incorporate indoor runs into your routine.
If you have any chronic cardiovascular conditions or are severely overweight, consult a doctor before starting any workout.
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Elliptical trainers vs. treadmills
An elliptical machine offers a slightly different workout than running on regular ground. A treadmill more closely approximates normal walking movements if you need to train indoors.
Instead of moving your feet in the swing brackets, a treadmill forces you to move your legs independently of any guides along the moving band.
However, even a treadmill doesn’t require as much effort as running outdoors. By making the angle of your treadmill a little steeper, you’ll be better prepared for things like wind resistance in competitions.
With a motion belt, you can pull your feet back at the end of each step, which you can’t do when walking.
Internal and external training
Train on machines inside and run outside regularly to get used to the weather and terrain of an outdoor half marathon.
It is critical to gradually build up to a race to avoid exhaustion or strain injuries.
You can create variation in your routine and avoid boredom or burnout with different training elements.
For example, you can use long outdoor runs to improve your endurance and include internal elliptical training to build your time.
You can also use the elliptical to get ready for uphill runs by increasing the machine’s resistance.
Tips for the elliptical
Working on speed is a good way to prepare for a race, especially for more experienced runners.
If an elliptical machine is cheaper than an outdoor track, practice running it quickly for 400, 800, or 1,600 feet.
After each run, take five to ten minutes to recover by jogging or walking slowly.
You can also use an elliptical to practice “time” training or increase the pace over long distances.
You are running a quarter of the distance you use on long runs and improving your normal pace.
As for running short distances at high speeds, limit your practice time to no more than 30 minutes at a time.
General tips
If it’s your first half marathon, consult a local running group or physical trainer about safe and effective training plans to suit your physical condition.
Generally, allow at least ten weeks of preparation before running a half marathon.
They aim to accumulate speed, by only 10% each week.
Always warm-up and cool down before and after running to avoid muscle tears and other injuries.