14-Week plan winter-friendly

INDOOR
-OUTDOOR PLAN

This plan is for you if:

  • You’re training in the winter or rainy season
  • You want a mix of outdoor and treadmill workouts
  • You’re comfortable running 10 miles

OPEN GUIDE

weather-proof your training

In partnership with Runner’s World, Milk created this 14-week training plan to carry you through winter or rainy seasons with a combination of road and treadmill running. The key to this unique plan is knowing when to pivot and adjust your programming on the fly.

Preparing for Every Woman’s Marathon

Start this 14-week plan by August 10th to complete it in time for Race Day (November 16, 2024)!

THIS GUIDE CONTAINS:

Bad-weather training advice and flexible weekly plans

Nutrition tips and milk recipes to keep you fueled

Workouts to prevent injury and promote efficiency

Plan preview: week one

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 or 7 Est. weekly mileage
Easy run
6 to 7 miles
Easy run
5-6 miles
Speed work
4 miles + Intervals
(15 x 1 minute @ 10k
pace + 45-second
recovery jog)
Strength work
Workout 1

(See guide)
Easy run
5 to 6 miles
Long run or rest
10 to 12 miles
32 miles (Low)

39 miles (High)

PEEK INSIDE THE GUIDE

HYDRATION SUPPORT
ROTATE STRENGTH WORKOUTS
COLD WEATHER WISDOM

hydration support

Have a glass of dairy milk 30 to 60 minutes before strength training. Dairy milk contains sodium, which can act like a sponge and hold water in your muscles.

Before, during and after strength training, sip on water infused with electrolytes to stay hydrated and promote recovery.

rotate strength workouts

MAIN STRENGTH WORKOUT #1

Complete four rounds, resting 60 seconds between rounds.

  • Dumbbell Goblet Squat (10 reps)
  • Bodyweight Reverse Lunge (10 reps each side)
  • Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift (10 reps)

cold weather wisdom

Your body temperature rises as you run, so dress in layers on cold winter days.

Your running outfit should include a base layer, such as a skin-tight tee; a middle insulating layer like a half-zip fleece; and an outer layer that is wind- and waterproof. As you heat up, peel off a layer or two to stay comfortable but still protected from the elements.

Don’t Stop Now

Start training with this guide today, or check out our other training resources, recipes and expert advice to support you on your journey.