Half & Full Marathon Training Fall 2019

Join Fleet Feet over the course of 12 weeks to train for the Madison Half and Full Marathon on November 10, 2019. Receive instruction, guidance, support, and camaraderie throughout your training! All pace levels are welcome.
Madison Marathon Events sponsored by Fleet Feet Madison & Sun Prairie

Important Program Dates:
Goal Race: Madison Half & Full Marathon November 10, 2019
Program Duration: August 21, 2019 – November 10, 2019 (12 weeks)
Program Kick-Off: Wednesday, August 21, 2019 @ 7:15pm Fleet Feet Madison
First Group Run: Saturday, August 24, 2019 @ 7:00am

* We can help you adjust mileage if you are training for another fall event

Program Kick-Off: Wednesday, August 21 @ 7:15pm at Fleet Feet Madison. This first meeting will be informational (we will not be running this day). We will run through safety concerns and requirements, training plans and program details, and discuss how we can help meet your needs this season.

Group Runs: Group meeting locations will vary around the Madison area. Weekend meeting locations will rotate between west, central, and east areas of Madison. Wednesday group runs will alternate between the Fleet Feet stores and other central areas of Madison.

Wednesdays 6:00PM
Saturday mornings 7AM – long run
Participants are also encouraged to participate in our weekly Pub Runs on Thursday evenings at 6pm.

Training Program Registration: Fivil Online Registration Closed
Registration deadline: Monday, August 19, 2019

Early Bird: $135 (until August 5, 2019)

Regular Rate: $145 (August 6 – August 19)
Late Registration: $155 (August 20 and after)

*Entry into the Madison Marathon Events is NOT included in your training program registration

Highlights of the Training Program include:

A complete 12 week training plan leading up the November Half or Full Marathons – training plan options based on goals and running experience
- Strength and core workouts built into your training plan
- Hill workouts
- Includes days we do not meet
Weekly program emails with advice, training tips, route information, and motivation
Expert coaching and guidance
Twice weekly group training runs – including portions of the race course
Educational and interactive seminar series to supplement your training
Sampling of nutrition and hydration products
Pace group leaders on the Saturday long runs to help you stay on track
Technical team shirt
Participant only in-store discounts
Vendor partner promotions and giveaways
Discounted Race Entry into the Madison Fall Half and Full Marathon
A supportive environment for all athletic abilities that builds lasting camaraderie and friendships!

Age Requirements for participation:
Half Marathon: 16 years* | Full Marathon: 18 years of age
*Parents/Guardians are required to participate in the training program if registering a person that is of minority age (under 18 years old)

BASE MILEAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF FALL HALF/FULL TRAINING:
These recommendations are in place to help you stay healthy and injury free throughout the season and build on an existing fitness foundation. If you have any questions or concerns about these recommendations, please contact Megan: Director of Training Programs

Half Marathon: 4 mile long run, 6 mile weekly average (we recommend you be able to comfortably run 3 miles 2-3x/week at the start of training).

Full Marathon: 10-12 mile long run, 20-mile weekly average

**BECOME A FALL TRAINING PROGRAM PACER**

We are currently recruiting pacers for our Fall Half/Full Marathon Training program! We are looking for pace leaders for the Saturday long runs throughout the length of the 12-week program. Pacers are assigned to run a designated pace +/-:05 minute mile for the duration of the long runs on Saturday mornings at 7:00am. We request that our pacers’ schedule allows them to pace at LEAST 3 long runs throughout the course of the program. Although not required, we favor those who have previously participated in a Fleet Feet training program.

If you have experience running various half marathons and/or marathons, enjoy motivating other runners, and can run with enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment please contact Megan.

Program pacers receive free program entry (not including race entries), pace team perks, and the priceless feeling of helping your fellow runners achieve their goals!