1. What is Marathon Workout Pace?

The marathon workout pace is your target pace per mile based on your goal marathon time. It helps you train at the right intensity to achieve your race goals.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the pace formula:

Where:

• \( marathon\_time \) — Total marathon time in minutes
• 26.2 — Miles in a marathon

Explanation: This calculates your average pace per mile by dividing your total marathon time by the marathon distance.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your target pace helps structure training runs, maintain consistent effort during the race, and avoid starting too fast.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your goal marathon time in minutes (e.g., 240 for 4 hours). The calculator will determine your required pace per mile.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Should I train at exactly this pace?
A: This is your goal race pace. Most training should be slower, with some workouts at or slightly faster than goal pace.

Q2: How does this account for hills or fatigue?
A: It doesn't - this is an average pace. Actual race pace will vary based on terrain and race conditions.

Q3: What if I'm running a metric marathon?
A: For 42.2 km races, use 26.22 miles for slightly more accurate calculations.

Q4: How accurate is this for beginners?
A: Very accurate for pace calculation, but beginners should focus on finishing before worrying about pace.

Q5: Can I use this for half marathon training?
A: For half marathons, divide your goal time by 13.1 instead of 26.2.