Runners Edge Full/Half Marathon Training Group

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Want to run a half or full marathon this fall or winter?

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner seeking a new challenge, our training program will prepare you to run your best!

📅 Program Details

What you can expect:

• Safe Mileage Increase: Learn how to safely increase your mileage.
• Speed Workouts: Different types of speed workouts, including track-specific workouts.
• Recovery Runs: Understand why easy recovery runs matter.
• Nutrition & Hydration: The importance of proper nutrition and hydration.

🎯 Goals and Target Races

It doesn't matter if it's your first or your tenth race: the marathon is an endurance event like no other.

Your goals may include a start line at World Marathon Major, qualifying for Boston, or maybe you want to maintain your endurance through the fall season. Our program will help you get there!

Our target races this year are the Jacksonville Half & Full marathons on December 12th and the Palm Beaches Half & Full marathons on December 13th. You pick the race: we help you prepare!

👟 2025 Training Program Features

• In-Person & Remote Options: Participate however you prefer.
• Group Workouts: Small group workouts during the week and larger long runs on Saturdays.
• Customized Training: Tailored training levels to meet your current fitness, experience, and goals.
• Individualized Workouts: Prepare for the race of your choice with specific workouts.

Additionally, enjoy unlimited communication access to your coaches via email and text message, online platforms for community building, expert advice on your running journey, and a training shirt for both in-person and remote athletes.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Where and when will we be meeting for group runs together? We will be meeting every Saturday morning at 6:00am for a group long run and Thursday evening at 6:30pm for a shorter speed-focused run at Runners Edge. The Saturday group long runs will be divided into pace groups, and water and Gatorade will be available.
2. Am I too slow to train with the group? Will I have company? No one is too slow to be a participant! We divide everyone into pace groups for each Saturday group run, so everyone is running with others of similar fitness and ability. Last year, race paces ranged from 6:45 min/mile to 13:00 min/mile.
3. How far do I need to be able to run or walk? If you can currently run/walk three miles, you can complete the training program.
4. Why would I need an official training group? Increased motivation, accountability, and better finish line results.

5. What is the best way to contact the coaches? Coaches check emails daily or by text/call if needed urgently.
6. How often will the coaches communicate with us? Coaches will send out weekly email messages with training tips and program updates. They will also give a brief (3-5 minutes) training intro before the start of each Saturday group run. Coaches will run with different participants during weekly runs.
7. When is the first meeting? 1st Meeting (orientation with no run) Thursday 8/28 7:00pm. First official run Saturday, August 30th. Includes free entry into Summers End 5K on 8/31/25 6pm.

If you have been thinking about getting a coach, now is the perfect time to try. You don't have to be afraid of any long-term commitments. Our program is only 16 weeks long.

For more information and to register, please visit the official race page.