1. What is Hanson's Marathon Training Pace?

The Hanson's Marathon Method uses specific training paces based on your goal race pace with an added percentage adjustment. This approach helps runners train at appropriate intensities for different workout types while avoiding overtraining.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Hanson's training pace formula:

Where:

• \( Race\ Pace \) — Your goal marathon pace in minutes per km
• \( Adjustment\ Percentage \) — The percentage to add to race pace (typically 10-20%)

Explanation: The adjustment percentage varies based on the type of workout (easy runs, long runs, tempo runs, etc.).

3. Importance of Proper Training Pace

Details: Training at the correct pace ensures you get the proper physiological adaptations without overtraining. Hanson's method emphasizes cumulative fatigue rather than single exhausting workouts.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your goal marathon pace in minutes per km and the recommended adjustment percentage (usually 10-20% depending on workout type).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What adjustment percentages should I use?
A: Easy runs typically use 10-20%, long runs 10-15%, and tempo runs may use smaller adjustments (5-10%).

Q2: How does this differ from other pace calculators?
A: Hanson's method uses smaller adjustments than some other plans, focusing more on cumulative fatigue over weeks of training.

Q3: Should my pace vary by workout type?
A: Yes, different workouts have different purposes. Easy runs should feel comfortable, while tempo runs should be challenging but sustainable.

Q4: How often should I check my training paces?
A: Reassess every 4-6 weeks as your fitness improves or if your goal race pace changes.

Q5: Can I use this for half marathon training?
A: Yes, but the adjustment percentages might need to be slightly modified as half marathon pace is faster than marathon pace.