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Marathon and Half marathon training
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“I completed the Walt Disney World Half Marathon in January 2009 in 2:16. Within 3 months, I took 14 minutes off my time since my last race. I am AMAZED! I attribute my pace and marathon finish time to your wonderful training program. I'm ready to run, run, run!”
– Rachel, MarathonFest participant
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“ I cannot tell you what a difference the MarathonFest program made in my life. Taking part in the program gave me the first glimpse of what I am really capable of, and it has changed me.”
- Jenny, MarathonFest participant
MARATHONFEST
Marathon and Half-Marathon Training for the Distance Runner
Session I - The Winter/Spring Session
January 19, 2010 – May 22, 2010
Prepare for BOSTON and other Spring Marathons and Half-Marathons!
The MarathonFest Training Program
MarathonFest is a 3-day a week training program for the marathon and half-marathon distance. MarathonFest is for runners that have established a running base of 12-15 miles per week and are able to maintain a 13:00 min. mile for 4 miles. Our Walking Group maintains a 15 min. mile. We provide coaching and pace groups. Participants receive a training schedule, coached workouts, a pace group, runs supported with water and/or sports drink, access to Florida Hospital professionals, and a Track Shack discount card. Alumni members also receive a $10 Track Shack store voucher.
THE WINTER/SPRING TRAINING SESSION
The Winter/Spring training session is specifically for runners preparing to meet the demands of the BOSTON Marathon and other hilly spring marathons and half-marathons. We use an advanced and aggressive training schedule and include many field trips to Apopka and Clermont. The focus is on strength and speed. The Winter/Spring Session is NOT recommended for runners new to the marathon or half-marathon distance. Novice runners are welcome to join the Summer/Fall Session of MarathonFest. Our beginner program, WRAP or our Five and Dime, our 5k/10k training program are good alternatives through the winter session.
>>Check out our Pace Group Leaders
THE WINTER/SPRING SESSION WILL TARGET
BOSTON, Nashville’s Country Music Marathon and Half-Marathon, Big Sur, and Flying Pig.
WINTER/SPRING MILEAGE PREREQUISITES
BOSTON Marathoners will start at 14 miles
Spring Marathoners will start at 12 miles
Spring Half-Marathoners will start at 6 miles
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TUESDAYS - Attend the 5am OR the 6pm Track Workout
- 5 am Track Workout meets at Glenridge Middle School, Winter Park
- 6 pm Track Workout meets at Howard Middle School, Orlando
- Runners should arrive 15-30 minutes EARLY to warm up BEFORE the workout begins
THURSDAYS - Attend the 5am OR the 6pm Tempo or Hill Run Workout
- 5 am Workout meets at Glenridge Middle School, Winter Park
- 6 pm Workout meets BEHIND Glenridge Middle School, Winter Park
- Runners should arrive 15-30 minutes EARLY to warm up BEFORE the workout begins
Runners unable to attend the weekday workouts can follow the training schedule and do the workouts on their own.
SATURDAYS
Meet at the Cady Way Bike Trail parking lot, across from Brookshire Elementary School, Winter Park. Start time 5:45am. Be aware that start times will be EARLIER when the mileage gets longer. Starts will vary between 4am and 6am.
SUNDAYS
Meet BEHIND Brandywine’s Deli located on Park Ave., Winter Park. Start time 5:45am. Be aware that start times will be EARLIER when the mileage gets longer. Starts will vary between 4am and 6am.
FIELD TRIPS
On some weekend runs, we will take field trips to Apopka and Clermont for hill training. Detailed information will be provided in the weekly emails from the Program Director.
Directions to start locations.
| Coached Training Session Workouts | ||
| Tuesday | Track day. These sessions focus on improving speed, form and conditioning. 4:45 am - 6:00 am | Glenridge Middle School, Winter Park |
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| Thursday | Hill/Tempo run day. These sessions focus on building strength and stamina. 4:45 am - 6:00 am | Glenridge Middle School, Winter Park |
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| Saturday or Sunday | Long run day. Incremental mileage allows you to gradually increase to the marathon distance. Start times vary: |
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PACE REQUIREMENTS
Runners must be able to maintain a minimum of a 13 min. mile for 4 miles to meet MarathonFest Pace Group requirements. MarathonFest Walkers must be able to maintain a 15 min. mile for 4 miles.
If you are unable to meet these mileage or pace requirements, please check out WRAP and FIVE AND DIME for more options.
Helpful Links
>> Printable MarathonFest Orientation
>> View Predicted Marathon & Half Marathon times
Late Entry
RUNNERS REGISTERING AFTER THE START DATE WILL BE CHARGED AN ADDITIONAL $25 FEE.
Refund Policy
The training fee is non-refundable.
Restrictions
For safety reasons, baby joggers/strollers, bicycles, rollers skates, in-line skates, and dogs will be prohibited from the training sessions. The Track Shack Foundation Training Programs are designed for persons of 18 years of age or older. Persons younger than 18 should check with their local school for running/fitness programs.
NOTE: The Track Shack Foundation Training Programs are designed for persons of 18 years of age or older. Persons younger than 18 interested in training, should check with their local school for running/fitness programs.
Registered participants not receiving e-mails should contact Susan Paul at susiwellness@aol.com.
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