Race Training Plans
Adelaide Marathon
Training Plan
The Adelaide Marathon runs along the River Torrens Linear Park in June — a mostly flat, shaded course through one of Adelaide's most beautiful green corridors. Cool winter conditions make this one of South Australia's best opportunities for a marathon PB.
For official race information visit the Adelaide Marathon official website.
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Why Adelaide is Great for First-Timers
The out-and-back River Torrens course is almost entirely flat and shaded by mature gum trees — two huge advantages when you're running 42km. Adelaide in June typically sees race-morning temperatures of 8–12°C, close to optimal marathon conditions.
The course is also well-marked and easy to navigate, with good aid station frequency. Crowd support is quieter than bigger city marathons but the atmosphere is warm and community-focused — ideal for first-time marathoners who don't want the overwhelming energy of an event like Sydney or Melbourne.
Training tip: A June race puts your hardest training in April–May — South Australian autumn. Expect some rainy sessions but generally excellent conditions. Start a 16-week plan in late February.
How Long to Train
For the full marathon, 16–20 weeks depending on your current base. If you're running 20–25km/week now, 16 weeks is achievable. Less than that — take 18–20 weeks to build safely.
For the half marathon, 10–12 weeks suits most intermediate runners. Beginners should allow 14–16 weeks for a comfortable, injury-free experience.
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