| Race |
Duration |
Start |
Orientation Meeting |
12 weeks |
12/28/09 |
12/22/09 |
12 weeks |
TBD |
TBD |
12 weeks |
TBD |
TBD |
16 weeks |
TBD |
TBD |
16 weeks |
TBD |
TBD |
Join your teammates at Asphalt Green for a training plan leading to a Spring or Summer Half Marathon and a Fall Marathon.
The program includes:
- 3 coached group workouts each week
- Complete training plan with specific workouts for the 12 weeks
- Series of clinics to help you prepare and to answer your questions
- Coaching from expert running coaches
- Email updates, support and tips
- Extensive Training and Racing Information Packet
The program has three levels for Beginner, Experienced and Competitive runners. Each level has a definition for selection based on years running and number of marathons (see below). The weekly volume and number of long runs varies with each level.
There is a required introductory meeting the week prior to the start of the program.
Weekly Coached Workouts
Tuesday Morning Run Speed Workout: 5:45am Asphalt Green field.
Thursday Evening Run Strength Workout: 7:00pm Central Park.
Weekend Long Run: Saturday or Sunday morning various times Central Park.
Clinics
Introduction — Required before starting the program. It will cover the training plan details, description of workouts and Base Phase training.
Strength Phase — This will cover supplemental strength workouts and how to build strength to get faster and avoid injuries.
Pre-Race — This will cover the marathon course, race day considerations and answer all your last minute questions.
Race Entry Fee is Not Included: The fee for the training program does not include race registration.
Training Levels
Training levels (Beginner, Experienced, and Competitive) will be determined with coaches’ assistance during the initial clinic meeting and may be adjusted to suit the needs of the runner as the program progresses.
Definitions
This training plan is specifically designed for the Grand Rapids Marathon. This training plan is designed for adult athletes. Those under the age of 21 should consult their parents and school coach before starting a marathon training plan. There are three levels of athletes that can use this training plan:
- Beginning Runner
A beginning runner is new to running. A beginning runner is a runner that has been training and running road races for less than three years. The NYC Marathon will be your first marathon. This may also be the first time you have attempted to run a race of any distance. If you have not run any races, you must enter a few shorter road races running the second have of the Base Building Phase, the Strength Building Phase and the Speed Building Phase. Use these races to learn about and adjust to the racing environment and to competition.
Note that runners that have been running longer than three years and running races other than the marathon may attempt the training plan for a higher level.
A good goal for a beginning runner would be to finish the marathon. Setting time goals is not wise.
- Experienced Runner
An experienced runner has been training and running road races between 3 and 5 years. An Experienced runner may not have run a marathon before. If this is your first marathon, setting a goal of finishing is still a wise decision. If you have more than 3 years experience running road races and have run 1 to 3 marathons, you may want to set a time goal. If you have run more than 3 marathons, you can definitely set a time goal.
- Competitive Runner
A competitive runner has been training and racing for more than five years and have finished more than 3 marathons, setting time goals in shorter races or even in marathons. A competitive runner may want to set a place goal – finishing in the top 20% of your age group.
Registration
To register for the program online, contact Donna Manganello or call 212-369-8890 ext. 2272.
Half Marathon 12-Week Training Program: $75 AGTC Members / $175 non AGTC members.
Marathon 16-Week Training Program: $100 AGTC Members / $200 non AGTC Members.
Contact
Questions about the program or marathon training? Contact coach Josh Gold. Problems registering? Contact Donna Manganello or call 212-369-8890 ext. 2273.
Charity Runner Program
Are you competing in the Nautica New York City Triathlon, NYRR Brooklyn Half Marathon, NYC Half Marathon or the ING New York City Marathon? What if we told you that your participation in these events could help others? Join the ACS team, and every mile you race will help fuel the fight against cancer.
Asphalt Green is the official training partner of the American Cancer Society’s Charity Runner Program in New York City. Athletes receive FREE team training from Asphalt Green coaches as well as incredible social opportunities, support and incentives. And most importantly you’ll have the opportunity to make a world of difference in the fight against cancer.