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Virtual: Winter Marathon Training

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Dates

Dec. 26, 2022 to April 29, 2023

Description

Virtual training program targeting the spring marathons.

Locations

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

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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

  • 18-week training plan with four options (Novice, Novice II, Intermediate, Advanced, and Run/Walk)

  • Training guide and weekly education newsletters

  • New! - Video guided marathon tailored strength training plan

  • Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotline

  • Access to a private STRAVA group for program participants

 

Target Race/s

  • Illinois Marathon and other spring marathons

  • Training plans available for other spring marathons by request

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Program Fees & Registration

Virtual Training: $90 

  • Save 15% - CARA Supporter Level Members

Members receive discount by logging in with membership username/password during registration.

Online registration payments are subject to a service fee by our registration provider. To avoid online payment fees, send a check for the amount owed to CARA, 1540 S Ashland Ave Ste 201, Chicago, IL 60608. Provide full name, e-mail, phone number and note that check is for virtual winter marathon training program fees. CARA will then contact to complete registration.

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COVID-19 Safety

CARA has extensive operational preparedness plans to meet all safety and gathering guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Our plans have been widely accepted and were adopted by the Road Runners Clubs of America as a national framework for a return to group running during COVID-19.

Participation expectations for any in-person activities are as follows:

  • Do not participate if you are feeling sick or ill, and or have a fever, or if you have been in contact with someone unrecovered from COVID-19.

  • Persons from high-risk groups for COVID-19 complications should consult their physician before participating.

  • Do not engage in traditional forms of physical contact (handshakes, high-fives, hugs, partner stretching, etc.).

  • Do not engage in close group pictures/selfies.

  • Do not spit or blow nose while running in the group. Must be away from others, and at least six feet away from others.

  • Do not share personal items, such as hydration, energy gels, towels, etc.

  • Participants must wear a mask or face covering while gathering pre- or post-run, and anytime they are within six feet of others. Runners may remove their face cover while running when they can maintain social distance.

  • Participants are expected to self carry personal hydration (bottles/packs), and to use hydration stations for refill only.

  • Participants must abide by local travel quarantine orders should they travel out-of-state during the program.

  • Participants may be required to exit the group temporarily or permanently should their actions not meet expectations and or they are creating risk for themselves or others.

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