Race pacing

How to pace a half marathon.

Half marathon pacing is all about discipline in the first 10 km. The second half rewards patience.

First 5 km

Slightly under goal pace. Effort should feel easy.

5–15 km

On goal pace, settled rhythm.

Final 6 km

Hold pace as effort climbs. Lift in the last 2 km.

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