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Madison Marathon - Half

Madison Marathon - Half takes place on Sun, Nov 15, 2026 in Madison, United States. The main route is 21.1 km.

Date
Sun, Nov 15, 2026
Start
Madison 🇺🇸
Distance
21.1 km
Level
Open to all
2 athletes are training for this
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Your 3-week plan to Madison Marathon - Half

The Taper 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 Madison Marathon Half starts and finishes on Capitol Square in downtown Madison, Wisconsin.

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 Madison Marathon - Half is 3 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.

  1. 01Taper2 weeks · Oct 26, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026

    Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.

  2. 02Race week1 week · Nov 9, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026

    Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Madison Marathon - Half?

Madison Marathon - Half takes place on Sun, Nov 15, 2026 in Madison, United States.

How long is Madison Marathon - Half?

The main route is 21.1 km.

Who is Madison Marathon - Half for?

Madison Marathon - Half is open to all participants.

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