Registrations are closed
Registrations are now closed.
The Canberra Times Marathon Training Program 2019-20
Hoping to run a PB at the Canberra Times Marathon in April? Need some advice, support and/or motivation? We have the program for you.
The Canberra Times Marathon Training Program is 4 month training program designed to help you reach your running goals through providing information and support. It includes:
- a series of information sessions (with notes provided for non-attendees) on topics such as
- Components of a marathon training program
- Feet and shoes
- Looking after yourself
- Gym work for marathon runners and
- Race preparation
- provision of generalised training information, with individualised support provided as required
- supervised quality sessions at Stromlo Forest Park (approx. one per week)
- group training options, particularly for long runs
- a weekly email with training tips and support
- Club T-shirt or singlet and
- dinner with guest speaker (at own expense) – pre or post marathon, to be determined depending on group preference.
2020 YMCA Canberra Runners Club (YCRC) membership is included for those who are not already 2020 members. YCRC membership includes:
- free entry to all Club races (including for the remainder of 2019)
- discounted entry to the YMCA Canberra Half Marathon and the Capital to Coast
- expected discounts for the Canberra Times Marathon Festival events and the Canberra Times Fun Run (to be confirmed) and
- participation in the Club's TTS ongoing training group.
Sign up before Tuesday 3 December to go into the draw for a $50 voucher for The Runners Shop.
Who should register? This training program is designed for those who have been running at least 30k per week for a year, or have run at least a half marathon event (or equivalent in training). It is targeted at the Canberra Times Marathon on 5 April 2020, but would also be suitable for those aiming for the half marathon on the same day or another marathon in the April/May period.
When? The first information session will be held at 6.00 pm on Wednesday 27 November at the YMCA ARC, Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla. The first quality session will be the Spring Series 5k event at Stromlo Forest Park on Tuesday 3 December commencing at 6.15 pm. The timing for further sessions will be negotiated with the group members.
How much? The cost of the program is $70 for 2020 YCRC members and $125 for non-members (which includes YRCR annual membership). Please note, your registration does not include Canberra Times Marathon entry.
Like to know more? Contact Carol via carolmey2@gmail.com or 0423 744 172 if you want to find out if this program is for you or have any other questions.