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Ask Coach Bradley - Breaking Down The 10 Miler Distance

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Apr 5
2 min

Ask Coach Bradley - Breaking Down The 10 Miler Distance

This Sunday, April 10 CARA has our annual Wintrust Lakefront 10 Miler & 5k. The 10 mile distance represents the third stop on this year’s...

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Ask Coach Bradley - Spring Foward Into Training

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Mar 15
2 min

Ask Coach Bradley - Spring Foward Into Training

Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Sr. Director of Training...

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Ask Coach Bradley - 5 Types of Races You Should Have On Your Schedule

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Feb 15
3 min

Ask Coach Bradley - 5 Types of Races You Should Have On Your Schedule

Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Sr. Director of Training...

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2022 CARA Runners' Choice Circuit Announcement

CARAruns

Jan 27
3 min

2022 CARA Runners' Choice Circuit Announcement

The Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA), announces the selections for the 2022 CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit. The Circuit provides a...

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Stay Motivated This Winter By Targeting A Spring Marathon

CARAruns

Jan 11
2 min

Stay Motivated This Winter By Targeting A Spring Marathon

Looking for a spring marathon to keep you motivated during your winter training? We’ve compiled a list of upcoming marathons from all...

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CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit Update - Clubs/Teams Race To The Finish

CARAruns

Oct 20, 2021
2 min

CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit Update - Clubs/Teams Race To The Finish

With only two races remaining in the 2021 CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit competition, local clubs and teams are racing to the finish! Next...

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Run it Back! - Tips For "Serial Marathoning"

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Oct 19, 2021
1 min

Run it Back! - Tips For "Serial Marathoning"

“Serial marathoning” (running multiple marathons in quick succession) has become more popular than ever. Typically runners are looking to...

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Marathon Ready - Heat Adjusted Pace & Day-Of Tips

CARAruns

Oct 8, 2021
2 min

Marathon Ready - Heat Adjusted Pace & Day-Of Tips

While we can't control all aspects of race day, there are many ways we can make sure we have the best possible race for that day's...

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Prepare For Marathon Race Week With These Four Tips

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Oct 5, 2021
1 min

Prepare For Marathon Race Week With These Four Tips

Race week is here! Check out these race week tips from CARA Senior Director of Training & Head Coach Tim Bradley, to help you feel...

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2021 CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit Mid-Season Update

CARAruns

Jul 29, 2021
2 min

2021 CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit Mid-Season Update

We are nearly halfway through the 2021 CARA Runners’ Choice Circuit! In case you missed the news, two races have been added to the...

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Your Guide To CARA’s Summer Trail Chase 5k

CARAruns

Jul 20, 2021
2 min

Your Guide To CARA’s Summer Trail Chase 5k

Races are back and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with a race and a party! On Saturday, August 14 runners will take to...

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Ask Coach Bradley - Improving Your Finishing Race Kick

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

Jul 6, 2021
2 min

Ask Coach Bradley - Improving Your Finishing Race Kick

Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Director of Training and...

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Ask Coach Bradley - Building A Summer Race Schedule

Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.

May 11, 2021
2 min

Ask Coach Bradley - Building A Summer Race Schedule

Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Director of Training and...

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CARAruns

May 4, 2021
4 min

Find Your Next Fall Marathon

Marathons are back this fall, and no matter which race you choose, CARA’s Summer Marathon Training program will provide you the support,...

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RunVermont (And Ed Zylka) Invite CARA Runners To The People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon

RunVermont, CARA Partner

Feb 25, 2020
2 min

RunVermont (And Ed Zylka) Invite CARA Runners To The People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon

At RunVermont, we focus on the runner’s experience. In fact, Frank Shorter, Jeff Galloway, Bill Rodgers, Joan Benoit-Samuelson, Deena...

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41 Chicago Area Runners Qualify For Olympic Marathon Trials

CARAruns

Feb 10, 2020
3 min

41 Chicago Area Runners Qualify For Olympic Marathon Trials

An incredible 21 local Chicago area runners have qualified for the USA Olympic Marathon Trials to be held in Atlanta, GA. on February 29....

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CARA Awards Party Recap: Race Of The Year

CARAruns

Feb 8, 2020
2 min

CARA Awards Party Recap: Race Of The Year

Held annually, the CARA Awards Party celebrates the achievements of our Chicagoland running community and recognizes CARA Runners’ Choice...

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CARAruns

Feb 7, 2020
2 min

CARA Awards Party Recap: Club Awards

Held annually, the CARA Awards Party celebrates the achievements of our Chicagoland running community and recognizes CARA Runners’ Choice...

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CARA Awards Party Recap: Age Group And Clydesdale And Athena Winners

CARAruns

Feb 6, 2020
1 min

CARA Awards Party Recap: Age Group And Clydesdale And Athena Winners

Held annually, the CARA Awards Party celebrates the achievements of our Chicagoland running community and recognizes CARA Runners’ Choice...

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CARA Awards Party Recap: Runners Of The Year And Age Graded

CARAruns

Feb 4, 2020
3 min

CARA Awards Party Recap: Runners Of The Year And Age Graded

Held annually, the CARA Awards Party celebrates the achievements of our Chicagoland running community and recognizes CARA Runners’ Choice...

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