When
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Where
Prince George's County, College Park MD
Distances
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About this race
Race Overview
The sixteen (16) week Half-Marathon Training Program is geared towards walkers and runners who would like to challenge themselves and safely build mileage and endurance to complete a half marathon (13.1 miles). The program will offer the benefits of improved cardiovascular fitness, reduced adverse health factors, and safe training methods.
This year, the Half-Marathon Training Program formally starts on Saturday, July 25, 2025. Early registrants are encouraged to build stamina prior to the start of the program by attending the regular weekly club runs in June and July.
Who Should Join?
- Experience Level: Runners of all levels of experience are welcome to join.
- Prerequisite: You should be able to run at least 5K before starting the program.
- Recommendation: We highly recommend that you enter the program with a sound fitness base.
Cost
- Program Fee: The training program fee for either option is $70.
- Inclusions: Includes a training t-shirt and snacks and water at group training runs.
- Note: The program fee does not include any race registration fees.
- Registration: Please remember to register separately for your target/graduation race.
Program Structure
Once the program begins, your coaches will customize your program to meet your individual training needs, based on your specific running experience and race goals. Runners should expect to run at group training runs and on their own.
Training Group Workouts
- Long Run: Sundays at 7:00 am - Mission BBQ, Greenbelt
- Track Workout: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm - PGCC Track, Largo
- Endurance Run: Thursdays at 6:30 pm - Herbert Wells Ice Rink, College Park
- Hill Training: Saturdays at 7:00 am - Greenbelt Park, Greenbelt
Target Graduation Race
The Richmond Half-Marathon on November 14, 2026.
*Race registration fees not included in training program fees. Please register separately.
Program Requirements
- Age: Aged 18 and up
- Membership: An active PGRC club membership
- Running Ability: Ability to complete 5k (3 miles) at any pace
More Information
For more details and to register, please visit the race page: PGRC Fall Half-Marathon Training.
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