Howard County Striders - Next Step Columbia Classic 10K Training Program
in Columbia, MD at Longfellow Elementary School-
Individual Entry - 8 Week Program
Training starts on Monday, Aug 4th at Longfellow Elementary at 6:00pm. The last training - Sep 29th. (TIME TRIAL - JUL 28)» $50.00 registration (through 7/27 at 6:00 PM EDT)
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Program Details |
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 28 at Longfellow Elementary 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 Longfellow Elementary School. Nearby running routes include:
- Beaverbrook neighborhoods
- Harpers Choice neighborhoods
- Wilde Lake neighborhoods
- Paths at the beginning of the Bagel Run
Training Program Dates
The program meets weekly on Mondays. Participants will do a 2 mile time trial July 28 at Longfellow Elementary 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 Monday 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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Questions? |
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