Looking to train for the Columbia Classic 10K? Join the Howard County Striders for one of their prestigious training programs!

The program will be capped at 60 participants.

Training Program Structure

The Next Step Columbia Classic 10K Program is for runners of varying abilities. Participants will do a 2 mile time trial July 30 at Wilde Lake HS at 6p so coordinators can group participants with those of similar abilities.

Weekly training runs will involve a variety of running techniques including speed work and hill work to improve running performance

All runners should be able to run 3 miles before starting the program.

Training Program Location
The program will meet at Wilde Lake High School. Nearby running routes include:
- Lake Kittamaqundi
- Howard Community College
- Wilde Lake neighborhoods
- Paths at the beginning of the Bagel Run

Training Program Dates
The program meets weekly on Tuesdays. Participants will do a 2 mile time trial July 30 at Wilde Lake HS at 6p so that coordinators can group participants with those of similar speeds. We run when it rains, but not when there is lightning or thunder!

Pricing
The program fee covers:
- 8 weekly training sessions with experienced coaches
- Weekly communication with coaches
- 20% discount on entry into Columbia Classic 10K
(NOTE: There is NO code to receive discount. A credit will be issued to whatever form of payment is used once program registration is closed.)

Participants MUST be a member of the Howard County Striders to participate!

We will meet Tuesday nights. We run when it rains, but not when there is lightning or thunder!

*You MUST be a current Howard County Striders member in order to participate! Not already a member? Sign-up here: HCS Membership

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