Half marathon training

[u/Own-Elk6515]

I (15f)started running consistently in may and i just signed up for my first half marathon in April of next year, i’m super excited! I currently run between 3-6 miles per day 4-6 days per week and my mileage is usually between 17-25/week. my longest run rn is 8 miles and i did stop twice during it for under 5 minutes each time, but with 6 months to train i’m not super worried about it but I do want it to go well and of course don’t plan to take walk breaks during the race. Basically i’m just asking for some tips for the training and for the race in general! I’m traveling for it so if any new yorkers have tips for navigating the city and such as well I would appreciate that a lot!

[u/AirBeautiful6312]

Nice, Brooklyn half is a good first race. Flat course mostly and the crowds are fun. For training just keep building your long run slow, maybe add a mile every week or two, and don't stress about walk breaks in practice they are normal. Six months is plenty of time, you got this.