CarMax Richmond Half Marathon takes place on Sat, Nov 14, 2026 in Richmond, United States. The main route is 21.1 km.
- Date
- Sat, Nov 14, 2026
- Start
- Richmond 🇺🇸
- Distance
- 21.1 km
- Level
- Open to all
Your 6-week plan to CarMax Richmond Half Marathon
The Peak phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The CarMax Richmond Half Marathon takes runners on a 13.1-mile scenic tour through Richmond’s iconic neighborhoods and historic sights.
What this race demands
The CarMax Richmond Half Marathon demands sustained aerobic endurance and pacing discipline over a 21.1-kilometer distance.
Aerobic Capacity
Covering 21.1 kilometers requires continuous cardiovascular output, placing a high demand on the aerobic energy system for the duration of the effort.
Musculoskeletal Durability
The repeated impact forces of running over a half-marathon distance demand robust lower-body structural resilience and muscular endurance.
A target intake of 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour is recommended to sustain energy levels across the duration of the half marathon.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
1:45–2:10
Peak-week training
5–7 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal
Your road to race day
Race day at CarMax Richmond Half Marathon is 6 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Peak3 weeks · Oct 4, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Oct 25, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Nov 8, 2026 – Nov 14, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is CarMax Richmond Half Marathon?
CarMax Richmond Half Marathon takes place on Sat, Nov 14, 2026 in Richmond, United States.
How long is CarMax Richmond Half Marathon?
The main route is 21.1 km.
What does CarMax Richmond Half Marathon demand?
The CarMax Richmond Half Marathon demands sustained aerobic endurance and pacing discipline over a 21.1-kilometer distance.
Who is CarMax Richmond Half Marathon for?
CarMax Richmond Half Marathon is open to all participants.
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