Winter 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon Training Programs

Winter 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon Training Programs

Jumpstart your running journey, or challenge yourself to reach new personal bests! Our professionally-designed programs offer more than just a workout. You will become part of our community where experienced coaches will work out WITH you and cheer you on. You will make new friends with similar goals, and enjoy a motivational atmosphere that helps keep you engaged so you can- stick with the program.

Our 5K FINISH program is a learn to walk, run/walk or run program designed for the true beginner. During this 12-week program, participants are surrounded by a team of dedicated, motivated people all working toward the goal of becoming healthy and strong. By the time they cross the finish line of our goal 5K race, team members will have learned the importance of proper form, stretching, hydration, and nutrition - all the tools needed to maintain their new fitness routine.

Our 10K FINISH program is designed for the currently-casual athlete who is ready to take their training to the next level. We'll delve a little deeper into the subjects that will help you go beyond the 5K: speed training, nutrition management, hydration, safety & visibility, and more. Throughout the 12-week program, you'll gradually increase your mileage as you train mentally and physically for the 6.2- mile distance.

Our Half Marathon FINISH program is designed for runners who have completed at least a 10K before and are looking to cross the finish line on a longer distance race both confidence-filled and injury-free. We'll work on building a successful 12-week training schedule that pushes you to challenge yourself, improve your endurance fitness, and stay on track to cross the finish line triumphantly. This program will build on the foundations set in 5K and 10K training programs, so previous experience with running is a requirement.

Join our group of friendly, knowledgeable coaches and staff for two weekly workouts, weekly clinics, and bonus events. The training programs will kick off on Thursday, January 18th. Whether you want to train for your first race or you are trying to improve your time, this program for you. All programs will provide challenging workouts, no matter the distance you're looking to achieve or the time you're hoping to clock. Have more questions or want to learn more? Email Catherine at catherine@fleetfeetsandiego.com or visit us in-store!

Group Training Atmosphere

These are fully supported group runs complete with turn-by-turn routes and our passionate and knowledgeable team of coaches, staff, and mentors. You'll be able to utilize comprehensive weekly newsletters, guest presenters on a variety of topics including nutrition, motivation, injury prevention and more.

Goal Race

San Diego Beach and Bay Half Marathon-10K-5K
Race Day: Sunday, April 14th
More info: https://sandiegobeachandbayhalfmarathon.com

Training

We use a schedule that is designed to increase evenly and progressively from start to finish. We break it up into multiple training phases for a typical training program, each with very specific training focuses:

Weeks 1-3: Introduction - in these weeks we introduce you to base pace, various workout types, and common themes in running
Weeks 4-7: Build & Strength - these weeks we will begin to increase weekly mileage, add strength and flexibility training, and focus on consistency
Weeks 8-11: Sharpen & Lengthen - in this phase, we get confident with our work and perfect what we've done previously
Week 12, Race Week: Recover & Race Prep - the last few weeks of training are dedicated to rest, race planning and staying loose

Our programs are progressive in nature, with each week building upon the last - slow, steady and consistent! Weekday meetups consist of different types of workouts (intervals, hills, fartlek, tempo, plyometrics, and good form running)

Exclusive Discounts and Prizes

Throughout the program you'll have access to in-store discounts on all the essentials you'll need to maximize your training. You'll also earn an exclusive training program technical t-shirt, and we'll have some other special prizes and giveaways throughout the season too!

Program Cost

12 week 5K | 10K | Half Marathon program: $100

Questions?

Email Catherine at catherine@fleetfeetsandiego.com, call us at the store at 858-793-5335, or come by and ask us in person!