5K Training
Are you planning to run the Susquehanna River 5K in september?
Whether you are a walker looking to take your first running steps or an experienced 5Ker looking to improve your speed, there is a place in our training group for you! Each group targets a local 5K race but regardless of if you are racing at the end of the program, this group will help you establish a consistent running routine.
This 6-week 5K training program is offered at Charm City Run locations. You will meet twice a week for supported group runs with your fellow runners and coach - once for a speed workout and once for a distance run in addition to following a weekly training plan. The small group atmosphere will also allow you to connect with other runners in the area.
No running experience necessary! Runners, walkers and run/walkers of all levels welcome!
Susquehanna River Running Festival 5K
Our next 5K groups start Saturday, August 12th and targets the Susquehanna River Running Festival on Saturday, September 23rd. Regardless of if you want to race - join the group to enjoy creating a consistent running routine with a supportive small group!
Scroll down for specific meeting dates and times.
REGISTER
All groups will provide virtual training resources, but if you would like to sign up for the totally virtual training option, please select that in the drop down below when registering.
What to Expect
Supported group runs and workouts twice a week with safety guidelines and planned routes
Positive and welcoming atmosphere for runners and walkers of all levels
Weekly training plans and emails
Access to expert coaching services and advice
Gait analysis with footwear recommendations
10% store discount at Charm City Run
Nutrition, gear and injury prevention education
Altra training premium
Training Dates & Times
Check out the meeting dates and times for the training location closest to you
annapolis
First Run:
Saturday, August 12th at 7:30am
Training Runs:
Tuesdays at 6:00pm
Saturdays at 7:30am
Coach: Stefanie Smith
bel air
First Run:
Saturday, August 12th at 7:30am
Training Runs:
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Saturdays at 7:30am
Coach: Rebekah Clunie
columbia
First Run:
Saturday, August 12th at 8:30am
Training Runs:
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Saturdays at 8:30am
Coach: Amy Brewer
Fells Point
First Run:
Saturday, August 12th at 7:30am
Training Runs:
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Saturdays at 7:30am
Coach: Aliya Reich
timonium
First Run:
Sunday, August 13th at 7:00am
Training Runs:
Thursday at 6:30pm
Sundays at 7:00am
Coach: Jacqueline Schoen
frederick
First Run:
Saturday, August 12th at 8:00am
Training Runs:
Thursday at 6:30pm
Saturdays at 8:00am
Coach: Susan Summers
rehoboth beach
First Run:
Saturday August 12th at 7:30am
Training Runs:
Tuesdays at 6:00pm
Saturdays at 7:30am
Coach: Erin Cecil
Virtual Training
Prefer to train totally on your own? Register for virtual training! You will receive weekly emails with your training plan and access to an expert coach. Select “Virtual Training” as your location when you register.
Scroll up to register for the training group!
Word on the Street
"When I turned 54, I thought, ‘now is the time to join a running program!’ I did not feel out of place in this group. I felt welcomed and encouraged. So I kept attending and laughing and training and, to my surprise, started to be able to run a short distance without stopping. When I started I literally could not run around a city block without stopping. With many of my friends from my running group, I ran my first 5K without walking at the Baltimore's Women's Classic a few months later. I was so amazed that I was able to accomplish this that I actually cried."
- Julie
Questions?
Do you have a question about our trainings program? Send an email to our Training Director, Kelly Maurer, at kellym@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information.
Altra proudly sponsors Charm City Run training programs.
