Set block goal
Define the current phase goal and weekly structure before changing sessions.
How adaptive AI marathon planning works
Build the block, execute the week, review drift, and adjust only what is necessary.
Track execution
Bring completed workouts back into the plan and mark execution quality.
Review load drift
Check ATL/TSB pressure and effective VO2max response before editing volume or intensity.
Confirm adjustments
Apply draft changes only after the rationale is clear and tradeoffs are explicit.
Quality checks before applying any change
Good AI planning is conservative, explicit, and easy to audit.
One major change at a time
Adjust either volume or intensity first, then validate response on the next key workout.
Respect recovery windows
When stress rises quickly, preserve frequency and reduce intensity before adding more load.
Protect key marathon sessions
Long runs and marathon-pace sessions stay high quality by trimming surrounding fatigue.
Keep explanation attached
Each adjustment should include before/after context and why the change was made.
AI marathon plan FAQ
Common marathon planning questions: weekly structure, load control, and when to adjust.
How often should an AI marathon plan adjust workouts?
Adjust only when execution or recovery signals materially diverge from plan assumptions, not after every minor fluctuation.
What if ATL rises but marathon pace sessions still feel stable?
Usually maintain the key session and reduce supporting intensity first to protect adaptation while controlling fatigue.
Can AI help with taper decisions?
Yes. AI can summarize load trend and readiness signals, but final taper tradeoffs should still be confirmed by athlete or coach.
Why include effective VO2max in marathon planning?
It helps verify whether training stress is translating into usable performance, especially when volume is high.
How is this different from the free 18-week marathon training plan?
The free marathon page owns the week-by-week schedule. This page owns the AI marathon training plan: how completed runs and training load become confirmable adjustments after you start that block.
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