FFNJ Marathon Training Program

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Have you ever experienced the runner’s high that comes with conquering a race? There’s nothing quite like it.

📅 Event Details

• Date: 2025-08-04
• Location: 31 South Street, Morristown, NJ
• Training Program Start: Week of August 4th, 2024
• Race URL: FFNJ Fall Marathon Training Program

🏅 Training Program Details

Whether it’s your first ever marathon, or you are looking at getting a PR, Fleet Feet Northern New Jersey has a training program made for all levels that will get you to the finish line of two of the most exciting marathons of the year: NYC Marathon or The Philadelphia Marathon!

• Coaching: Your RRCA & USATF certified Fleet Feet coaches will help you with all you need to meet your race goal.
• Program Duration: We’ve structured our 16-week training program to peak with the Philadelphia Marathon on November 23rd.
• Flexibility: However we can adapt the training program for any November or December marathon, including the iconic NYC Marathon on 2nd November.
• Approach: Our training approach has been time tested and honed over the years.

⏱️ Training Schedule

This training program will be offered out of our Westfield and Morristown locations. We will meet on Thursday evenings at 6pm in Morristown or 6.30pm in Westfield. Sunday mornings at 7am will alternate between Westfield & Morristown.

✅ Eligibility & Participation

• Minimum Experience: We suggest that you are able to confidently run 5 miles before signing up for the training program.
• Program Balance: This program offers a balance of run/walk workouts, cross training, and rest days to gradually increase your fitness.
• Community Support: Plus, your coaches and fellow training group members will provide the guidance and motivation you need.
• Limited Spots: Spots are limited to 30 participants so get yours NOW!!

🚫 Important Note

The training program does NOT include entry into any marathon.