Kansas City, United States

Kansas City Marathon

Saturday, October 17, 2026
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When to start training

186 days until Kansas City Marathon

12-week plan
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Starts in 102 days
16-week plan
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Starts in 74 days
20-week plan
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Starts in 46 days

Plan start dates calculated from Kansas City Marathon race day on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Your 16-week training phases

From first base run to race day at Kansas City Marathon

PhaseDatesWeeksFocus
baseJune 27, 2026 July 31, 20265Build aerobic capacity with easy mileage
buildAugust 1, 2026 September 4, 20265Add tempo runs, hills, and mid-long runs
peakSeptember 5, 2026 October 2, 20264Race-specific workouts at goal pace
taperOctober 3, 2026 October 16, 20262Reduce volume, sharpen, arrive fresh

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