Half Marathon Training Summer 2022

Half Marathon Training - Summer 2022

Join the tens of thousands of people who challenge themselves every year to the fastest growing distance race in the country – the half marathon! Even better, make it the nationally recognized Madison Mini-Marathon, voted best half marathon in Wisconsin by Race Raves! We welcome those who are also training for another summer half marathon. Planning to do a fall full marathon? This is a great program to help you build mileage over the summer months! 

IMPORTANT PROGRAM DATES

• Goal Race: Madison Mini-Marathon on July 23, 2022
• Program Duration: May 21, 2022 – July 23, 2022 (10 weeks)
• Registration Deadline: Wed May 18th 2022
• Meet and Greet Program Kick-Off: Saturday, May 21, 2022 @ 9:00 a.m. Fleet Feet Madison (8440 Old Sauk Rd)

REGISTRATION
Cost: $99
*Registration into the goal race is NOT included in your training program registration
*Spring training program participants receive discounted registration, email Megan for a code.

Online Registration Open

AGE REQUIREMENT
Age requirement for participation: 16 years old.

MEET AND GREET PROGRAM KICK-OFF
Saturday, May 21 @ 9:00 a.m.
Fleet Feet Madison (8440 Old Sauk Rd.)

This first meeting will be informational. We will run through training program details and highlight the best gear for a successful training session. The kick-off is an excellent opportunity to introduce you to the coaches and pacers and will last approximately 30-45 minutes.

GROUP RUNS (2X/WEEK)
Meeting locations: Wednesday group runs will primarily meet at the Fleet Feet stores. Weekend meeting locations will rotate between west, central, and east areas of Madison.

• Wednesdays @ 6:00 p.m. – Fleet Feet Madison (8440 Old Sauk Rd) or Fleet Feet Sun Prairie (2828 Prairie Lakes Dr).
• Saturdays @ 7:00 a.m. – Saturday locations meet at several popular Madison area parks and trails.

*Due to overlapping programs, the FIRST group run will take place on SUNDAY, May 22. All subsequent runs will be on Saturday.

Participants are also welcome to participate in our free weekly fun runs. Sign up required due to participation caps. More information on our free fun runs can be found on the Fleet Feet website.

• Fleet Feet 5K (3 mi.) – Mondays @ 6:00 p.m.
• Pub Runs (3-5 mi.) – Thursdays @ 6:00 p.m. 

RECOMMENDATIONS
We recommend you be able to run 4-5 miles 2-3x/week prior to the start of half marathon training since this is a slightly shortened program. This is to ensure you stay healthy and injury free. Our programs are inclusive to a variety of paces and ability levels. Program participants generally range anywhere from 8:30 min./mile to 14 min./mile.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• A complete and detailed 10-week training plan leading up to the Madison Mini-Marathon (2 training plans to choose from based on goals and experience).
• Strength and core workouts
• Weekly program emails with route information, advice, training tips, and motivation
• Expert coaching and guidance
• Organized group workouts 2x/week with mapped courses – routes include some portions of the race course
• Gear wear tests, promotions, and giveaways
• Sampling of nutrition and hydration products
• Staffed pace group leaders on Saturday mornings to help you stay on track
• Fleet Feet Running Club hat
• Fleet Feet coupon book
• A supportive environment for all athletic abilities that builds lasting camaraderie and friendships!

CONTACT AND QUESTIONS:
Coach Megan Sweet | Email Megan
Fleet Feet Madison: 608-833-9999