January is here. The nights are cold, the mornings are dark — but this is exactly when strong runners are made!
If you’ve got a good fitness base with 8 weeks to go until the Great Welsh Half Marathon, there’s still plenty of time to train, build confidence, and toe the start line feeling proud of what you’ve committed to.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it!
Why 8 Weeks Is the Perfect Time to Start
You don’t need to be super fast.
You don’t need to run every day.
You just need to start now and stay consistent.
Eight weeks is ideal for:
- Building endurance safely
- Establishing a strong routine
- Increasing long-run confidence
- Maintaining motivation all the way into spring
Many runners successfully train for a half marathon in this timeframe — especially if you can already run or run/walk for 40–50 minutes.
👉 This is your moment to commit.
❄️ Winter Training = Race Day Confidence 🏁
Let’s be honest — January training isn’t glamorous. But it works.
Training through winter means:
✔ You’ll feel unstoppable when race day arrives
✔ Spring miles will feel lighter and faster
✔ You’ll arrive motivated, prepared, and proud
Every run you do now is a deposit into race-day confidence.
The Great Welsh Half Marathon: Worth Every Step
This isn’t just any half marathon.
The Great Welsh Half Marathon delivers:
- Stunning Welsh scenery
- An electric race-day atmosphere
- Supportive crowds that lift you when it gets tough
- A finish line you’ll remember forever
Whether this is your first half marathon or your next big challenge, this is a race that rewards the effort you put in.
You Don’t Have to Be Perfect — Just Consistent
Miss a run? It happens – but remember to make it up another day.
Feeling tired? Normal – we all feel it.
Still building confidence? You’re not alone!
What matters is:
- Showing up most days.
- Keeping your long runs steady.
- Trusting the process!
Progress isn’t about perfection — it’s about momentum.
Not Ready to Run the Whole Way? That’s OK
Plenty of runners complete the Great Welsh Half Marathon using a run/walk strategy. You don’t need to run every mile to earn that medal — you just need to keep moving forward.
And if plans change? You always have options.
👉 Read about event transfers in our FAQs
Make January Count
Imagine this:
- A medal around your neck
- A finish-line smile you earned
- The pride of sticking with something you committed to
Eight weeks from now, you could be telling yourself “I’m so glad I signed up.”
👉 Register Now for the Great Welsh Half Marathon
Start your journey today. Future you will thank you!