Marathon

If your goal or dream is to complete the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 12th, we can help you make it happen. Our popular, 18-week program designed by Runner’s World Contributing Editor Hal Higdon will get your mind and body ready for one of the world's premier running events.

Exciting features of the program include a Super Clinic on May 17th with expert speakers, helpful training information, running with a group at your own pace on weekend long runs and CARA’s 2nd annual Ready to Run 20 Miler on September 21st!

Since its start in 1989, CARA has helped more than 19,000 runners complete the 26.2 mile course of the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon. We've helped thousands of aspiring marathoners and seasoned veterans make it to the finish line, and we can help you, too.

Registration for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is separate–to register, go to www.chicagomarathon.com.  Registration opens February 1st.

A new benefit this year is a one-year subscription to Running Times (a $10 value), included with your registration for the Marathon Training program.