Ep. 76: Why the half marathon is the perfect race to train for, plus my College Station ½ marathon race recap

In today’s episode, I’m recapping my final big race of the year — the College Station Half Marathon — and sharing why the half marathon is hands down my favorite race distance and the perfect challenge for so many runners, especially in midlife.

After 20 half marathons over the last 13 years, this distance continues to fit my season of life, goals, and body. I break down my race weekend, how I trained while dealing with plantar fasciitis, and why this race wasn’t about a PR — but about showing up and doing something hard anyway.

Then we dive into why the half marathon is such a powerful and sustainable goal:

• Challenging, but not all-consuming

• Kinder to your body than marathon training

• Builds confidence, structure, and identity as a runner

• Teaches discipline, resilience, and consistency

• Leaves room for strength training, recovery, and real life

If you’ve been running 5Ks or 10Ks and craving a bigger goal — or wondering if you’re “ready” for a half marathon — this episode is for you.

✨ If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it.

2026 might just be your half marathon year.

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~Allison