VIRTUAL WINTER MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM

Virtual: Winter Marathon Training

Dates

Dec. 23, 2024 to April 27, 2025

Description

Virtual training program targeting the spring marathons.

Locations

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

Overview

The marathon is challenging, but you can enjoy the support of CARA's popular program where you are to help you 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:

6-week pre-season guide
18-week training plan with five options (Run/Walk, Novice I, Novice II, Intermediate, and Advanced)
Weekly educational newsletters
Video guided marathon strength training plan
Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotline
Access to a private STRAVA group for program participants

Target Race/s:

London Marathon
Carmel Marathon
Training plans available for other spring marathons by request

Program Fees & Registration

Virtual Training: $100 ($85 - 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 Winter Marathon

Yes.

Members of CARA's charity team receive free training through CARA when fundraising for the target race or other 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 by the date 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. Credit 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.