Dates
Dec. 18, 2023 to April 15, 2024
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Saturdays - Long Runs
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Wednesdays - Speed Workouts
Description
Group training with an individually customized training plan targeting the marathon in Boston.
Locations
Chicago and Lisle
Overview
The CARA Boston Performance program provides a unique opportunity for participants to not only train with other qualifiers but to also receive a personalized training schedule, coaching and field trip training runs. Additionally the program provides great amenities like access to the CARA Boston Bus, hotel block, shakeout run and social events.
Participants have the opportunity to train in a group setting and are able to receive coaching and consulting from Executive Director and CARA Head Coach Tim Bradley. Tim is a Boston qualifier himself and has helped dozens of other athletes train for the race, including multiple sub-3-hour runners and an age-group champion in 2017. Tim has over 25 years of running and coaching experience and his training and racing advice has been featured in Runner's World Magazine and Podiumrunner.com.
This program will provide you the support, community, and accountability you need to successfully run through the winter and make it to the finish line on Boylston Street!
Group Program Benefits:​
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17-week customized training plan from CARA Head Coach James Diamond, based on your individual goals, mileage, and paces.
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Training guide and weekly education newsletters
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Video guided marathon tailored strength training plan
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Group training long runs (Saturdays) for 7:30 to 11:30 pace/per mile run
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Coach led speed workouts (Wednesdays)
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Hydration support at training runs, including water and Gatorade Endurance
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Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotline
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PUMA Winter Hat
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Access to a private STRAVA group for program participants
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Access to CARA's hotel block (first come, first serve) (WITH Amenities option)
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Access to CARA's Boston Bus to the start line (WITH Amenities option)
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CARA Boston Performance Training Packet mailed directly to participants​
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Boston Shakeout Run with post-run coffee, bagels, and pastries
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Post-Race Celebration
Virtual Program Benefits:​​
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15-week customized training plan from CARA Head Coach James Diamond, based on your individual goals, mileage, and paces.
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Training guide and weekly education newsletters
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Video guided marathon tailored strength training plan
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Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotline
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Access to CARA's hotel block (first come, first serve)​ (WITH Amenities option)
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Access to CARA's Boston Bus to the start line (WITH Amenities option)
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Boston Shakeout Run with post-run coffee, bagels, and pastries
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Post-Race Celebration
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Important Dates:
Dec. 18: Official Program Start Date
Dec. 20: First Track Session
Dec. 23: First Long Run
Group Long Run Locations
CARA training group long runs are offered at locations throughout the city and suburbs. Participants have access to all locations through the season and are not restricted to only their primary registration choice. (Click location maps for google map)
Boston Bus
Boston Bus is included in the Boston Performance Training WITH Amenities registration. This amenity is exclusive to Boston Performance runners and CARA members. The CARA Boston Buses leave from the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. More information will be provided as details become available. You must register for either the group training or virtual training "With Amenities" options. To view Boston Bus details, CLICK HERE.
Field Trip Runs
The Boston Performance Training Program will have 3-4 scheduled “field trip” hill runs in Barrington Heights. The group will meet in the parking lot of Barrington High School. Details will be communicated via email.
Dates TBD
Group Track Workout Locations
CARA training group track workouts are offered at Montrose Beach Wilson Track in Chicago
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Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m. at Montrose Beach Wilson Track (Chicago)