Spring Half Marathon and Marathon (Phase 2) Training - 2025

Welcome to Fleet Feet Chico Half Marathon and Marathon Training (Phase 2) Program.

This program is designed to help both new and experienced runners reach their marathon and half marathon goals in a positive and fun group environment.

**New for 2025**

We are offering an 8-week program for the marathon cycle. We are also offering an 8-week Marathon “Prep” program that starts in January to prepare you for this 8-week training cycle. (Winter Road Half Marathon / Marathon Prep Training - 2025 - Fleet Feet Chico)

This training program lines up with the dates of the Avenue of the Giants Marathon. This is also a great program for anyone looking to build their running endurance with an encouraging group or if you're training for another spring/early summer marathon. 

While this marathon training program is filled with perks at its core – experienced coaches, goal-based training plans, insights from experienced marathon insiders, and premium race day experiences – it is really about building a community of people who share a passion and want to work together to reach their goals.  This program is about encouraging and motivating one another to do your best. Whether you are looking to finish, improve, or perform, this program will leave you a smarter, healthier, and happier runner.

Training Program Benefits

• Twice weekly group workouts led by expert coaches and awesome mentors
• Daily training schedule with goal-specific workouts
• Weekly training emails with training tips, work out details, and more!
• E-mail support – the coaches will answer individual questions regarding training and running related issues
• Clinics on nutrition, apparel/footwear, injury prevention, and stretching
• Personalized workout plans - have a goal, we'll help get you there!
• Helpful tips and advice on Race Day strategy and preparation
• Lots of Encouragement and Motivation!
• Room block for race day at a local hotel in Fortuna, CA

Training Program Logistics

• First group workout on Sunday, March 16th at 7:30am at Fleet Feet Chico
• 2 Weekly group workouts on Wednesdays @ 6:00pm and Sundays @ 7:30am 
• Program Fee $115.00
• Program will run for 8 weeks
• Registration will be open till March 22th, 2025
• Target Races: Avenue of the Giants on May 4^th, 2025

• Avenue of the Giants Marathon - 2025 Avenue of the Giants Marathon  
  • This race has sold out. If you are registered for this room and still need lodging, Fleet Feet Chico has a room block at a hotel in Fortuna. Use the link below to book a room. This is link is good through April 2nd, 2025. 
  • Choice Hotels® – Find Hotel Rooms & Reservations   Block name "Fleet Feet Chico" 

*Minimum Activity Level*

Because this is a phase two program you should have a solid foundation coming into training.

•  Ability to run 13 miles and currently exercising 4-5 times per week. (25-30 miles a week)
•   Ability to run or run at a 12:30 min/mile pace or faster

Half Marathon Runners

• Ability to run 8 miles and currently exercising 4-5 times per week (15-20 miles a week)
• Ability to run or run at a 12:30 min/mile pace or faster

For more information or if you have questions about the program, please email shawna@fleetfeetchico.com