Half-Marathon Training for Fun & Fitness

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Registration: Opens on June 1st and will remain open until August 1st.
• Orientation: Night will be July 10 at 6pm at the Trkac Store, just past Target, in Grass Valley CA.
• Training Plan: Runners will be provided with a 12-week guided training plan designed to help the runner gain confidence and fitness to tackle a half marathon.
• Community Runs: Beginning on July 19th, every Sunday morning will be dedicated to the long run. We will meet at different trailheads to discover scenic routes, have fun, build confidence on the trails, and connect with a community of fellow runners. Refreshments will be provided following the run each Sunday.

📚 Training Details

• Learning Opportunities: Learning more about running and techniques on how to best achieve your running goals.
• Prerequisites: Ideally, runners interested in training should be able to comfortably run a 5K and log at least 6 miles a week to begin their half-marathon quest.
• Distance Goals: If runners are new to the trails or simply want to increase their distance, this training is perfect in preparation for their first or 6th half-marathon race and beyond!
• Supplementary Runs: All participants are encouraged to utilize the Sierra TrailBlazers weekly runs to supplement their training with group support.

🏅 Training Plan and Benefits

• Custom Training Plans: Each runner will be given a training plan to follow and adapt to their lives and needs as they train to race and enjoy the Champion Mine Trail Race or any half-marathon during the fall of 2025.
• Buddy Discount: Train-for-fun code can be used if you and your running buddy sign up at the same time for the Half Marathon training, save $10 for both!

📍 Event Location

The event will take place at 101 W McKnight Way Ste C, Grass Valley, CA. For more details, visit the official race page: Race Registration.