2026 Fall 5 Mile + 5K Training

Whether you're looking to run your very first 5K, set a personal record, or just meet new people + have fun, this is the training program for you! Join us for our Tuesday evening group runs from our Fleet Feet stores (Pepper Pike or Westlake) and Saturday morning group runs from local parks. Our group runs will be guided by our experienced + passionate running coaches who will lead you through a dynamic warmup, provide support along our route, and lead a post-run strength or stretching routine. We've got you covered outside of group runs as well with a comprehensive 10-week training calendar that provides the recommended mileage, workouts, + recovery necessary to conquer your chosen Thanksgiving race.

Key Dates + Perks:

Tuesday, September 22nd: 1st group run

Registration includes:

• Exclusive program apparel items
• $20 Fleet Feet CLE Bucks
• 15% OFF all in-store purchase during training program
• Exclusive tech sessions + demo opportunities
• Educational clinics with industry leaders covering important topics like nutrition, recovery, + more!
• Weekly emails from running coaches + direct line of communication to running coaches for questions throughout program
• 2 coach-led group runs per week from convenient east or west side locations + full training calendar with programming for solo days
• Private Final Surge group to connect with your teammates and share your progress

Group Runs: 

Tuesdays at 6:30pm at Fleet Feet Pepper Pike (30679 Pinetree Rd., Pepper Pike, OH 44124) -OR- Fleet Feet Westlake (26149 Detroit Rd., Westlake, OH 44145)

Saturdays at 8:30am at local parks

Registration: $80 on or before 9/1/26, $95 after 9/1/26