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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...

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

Feb 15, 20223 min read

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...

CARAruns

Jan 27, 20223 min read

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...

CARAruns

Jan 11, 20222 min read

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...

CARAruns

Oct 20, 20212 min read

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...

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

Oct 19, 20211 min read

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...

CARAruns

Oct 8, 20212 min read

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...

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

Oct 5, 20211 min read

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...

CARAruns

Jul 29, 20212 min read

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...

CARAruns

Jul 20, 20212 min read

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...

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

Jul 6, 20212 min read

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...

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

May 11, 20212 min read

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,...

CARAruns

May 4, 20214 min read

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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Feb 25, 20202 min read

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....

CARAruns

Feb 10, 20203 min read