VIRTUAL SPRING HALF MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM | Chicago Area Runners Association

Virtual: Spring Half Marathon Training

Dates

March 10 - June 1, 2025

Description

Virtual training program targeting the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 or other spring half marathons.

Locations

Virtual - Run anywhere you are! Interested in group training? Go HERE.

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Overview

Enjoy the support of CARA's popular program where you are and get the guidance you need to successfully reach the finish line.

As Chicago's premier training program, we have helped tens of thousands of runners successfully complete their goals. Whether you're a newcomer or experienced runner, our program provides training plans that meet you where you're at.

Your training program is led by CARA coaches who have national certifications and years of proven coaching success long before we bring them into CARA.

Program Details

Program Benefits

12-week training plan with four training options (Novice I, Novice II, Intermediate, Advanced, Run/Walk)
Training guide and weekly education newsletters
Video guided half-marathon tailored strength training plan
Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotline
Access to a private STRAVA group for program participants

Suggested Race

Bank Of America Chicago 13.1 Half Marathon (June 1)
Training plans available for other spring half marathons by request

Important Dates

March 10, 2025 - Training plans begin
March 12, 2025 - First scheduled speed workout
March 15, 2025 - First scheduled long run
June 1, 2025 - Suggested Race - Bank of America Chicago 13.1

Program Fees & Registration

Virtual Training: $90 ($76.50 - MEMBER)

MEMBER PRICING

Become a CARA Supporter Level Member to receive 15% off. Discount credited automatically with member login on form.

registration

FAQ / Policies

Virtual Spring Half

Yes.

Members of CARA's charity team receive free training through CARA when fundraising for the target race or another pre-approved race. CARA's charity team leader will provide a special discount code to team members. Learn more HERE.

CARA partners with nearly 50 different local and national charities. Members of any charity team should contact their charity's team leader to see if their charity has partnered with CARA to receive free or discounted training program fees and if so, to receive instruction to register for free or discounted training rates.

As part of our mission, CARA provides over $65,000 in subsidized training for charity team runners each year. A special discount code is needed for charity team discounts.

Participants may choose to voluntarily exit the program. Participants who exit the program two weeks prior to the start date of the program, may receive a full credit of fees paid towards any single CARA program or event of any kind of equal or lesser value. Credits are valid through the end of the following calendar year. To exit the program, e-mail training@cararuns.org.

No refunds will be issued for any reason, including injury, illness, change in availability, or changes to target race.