Why train with CARA for The LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon? Below is a list of participant benefits included with the program:

• Super Clinic with expert speakers geared toward your level of marathon experience
• 17 weekend group training runs at a variety of paces and locations
• Free entry to CARA’s Ready to Run 20 Miler on September 16th
• Mid-week group runs to keep your running on track
• Free weekly speed workouts for participants who are experienced marathoners
• A special discount of $25 to all participants in CARA’s 2007 Spring Half Marathon Training
• Great CARA participants premium
• 24-hour injury prevention hotline provided by NovaCare Rehabilitation Center
• Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide by Hal Higdon for first time participants
• Previous participants of the program will receive an alternate premium
• Participant Information Guide with training schedules, times, dates, locations, contacts and other details.
• Special events including a mid-season pizza party and discounted admission to the 27th Mile Party on October 12th
• Exclusive access to CARA tent on Race Day which includes gear check, port-o-potties, massage therapy, food, water, Gatorade, Goose Island beer!
• Fundraising opportunities
• Weekly e-mail messages with tips on training