Half Marathon Pace Strategy & Half Marathon Pace Chart
Use half marathon pace charts to set targets between 1:30 and 2:30+, master negative splits, and convert pace per km and per mile for consistent racing.
Choosing Your Half Marathon Pace
Pick a realistic goal based on recent 10K or marathon times and your training volume. Your target pace per km should feel steady for the first 15 km, with capacity to push in the final 5–6 km.
Using a Half Marathon Pace Chart
- Select the target finish time page (e.g., 1:45, 2:00, 2:15).
- Note pace per km/mile and projected cumulative splits.
- Plan aid-station timing and gels around predictable splits.
Negative Split Approach
Start 3–5 sec/km slower than goal pace for the first 3–5 km, settle into target pace through the middle, and finish 3–5 sec/km faster in the final 3–4 km.
Training Sessions by Pace
- Intervals: 6–10 × 1 km at 5–10 sec faster than goal pace.
- Tempo/Threshold: 20–40 minutes near lactate threshold.
- Long Run: 16–24 km with the last 4–6 km at goal pace.