Big Sur, United States

Big Sur Marathon

Sunday, April 26, 2026
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Terrainmixed

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When to start training

12 days until Big Sur Marathon

12-week plan
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Not enough time for this plan
16-week plan
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Not enough time for this plan
20-week plan
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Not enough time for this plan

Plan start dates calculated from Big Sur Marathon race day on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Your 16-week training phases

From first base run to race day at Big Sur Marathon

PhaseDatesWeeksFocus
baseJanuary 4, 2026 February 7, 20265Build aerobic capacity with easy mileage
buildFebruary 8, 2026 March 14, 20265Add tempo runs, hills, and mid-long runs
peakMarch 15, 2026 April 11, 20264Race-specific workouts at goal pace
taperApril 12, 2026 April 25, 20262Reduce volume, sharpen, arrive fresh

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