Hal Higdon 1/2 Marathon Training Program - Novice 1 app review: prepare for your first half marathon with Hal Higdon

Introduction

This is an absolutely fantastic iPhone and iPad app which has been designed to provide those of you who are preparing for your first half marathon with an incredibly effective training method, courtesy of best-selling author and master marathon runner, Hal Higdon.

I’d like to start out by saying that this is evidently not the cheapest app of its kind within the Health & Fitness category of the App Store, but as I see time and time again with apps, you very often do get what you pay for. This is definitely the case here.

If you’re serious about running a half marathon then this app will get you there, even if you have no running experience, so I’d say it’s almost certainly worth every dime and would very much recommend it.

Perfect for the Beginner

Hal Higdon 1/2 Marathon Training Program - Novice 1 works with your device’s integrated GPS to provide you with data pertaining to your distance and pace while you run. This enables you to set personal goals and monitor your progress over time.

You can also use the tracking tools in this app to monitor your weight loss, which is sure to happen if you go from a couch potato to a full-blown training program such as this. Again, goals can be set to motivate you in your weight loss efforts. 

 

Share Your Progress Online

There are loads of cool little features in this app, including the Half Point alert which I really like because it tells you when you need to turn back halfway through your runs.  You can also synchronize your runs with the TrainingPeaks software for even more extensive tracking.

What’s more, you’ll be pleased to know that you can also share your running sessions with your friends and family online via Facebook and Twitter, so this is a great way of keeping everyone in the loop with your progress…or just bragging about your newfound fitness!

 

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Prepare for your first half marathon with best-selling author and marathon master, Hal Higdon
• Set personal goals for distance, pace, weight loss, and more
• Automatically track your distance and pace by using your device’s integrated GPS
• Features a Half Point alert so that you know when to turn around
• View your progress on detailed charts and graphs
• See dates for recommended 5K and 10K races during your training
• Set your training start date based on the race date
• Share your sessions with others online via Facebook and Twitter
• Sync your runs with TrainingPeaks software online

 

Cons                     

• There is nothing negative to say about this app

 

Final Words

Hal Higdon 1/2 Marathon Training Program - Novice 1 is sure to get you into half-marathon territory within just a few short months, providing you’re consistent and diligent in your training.

This iPhone and iPad app definitely receives my recommendation.