Registered participants may attend group runs at any location during the program. In order to maximize your opportunity for success, we strongly recommend that you to have an adequate training base in place before entering the program.

• You should be running at least 15 miles per week on a regular basis.
• You should have at least one run of five miles or an 8k race within the last month.

The first training run is five miles and the longest run is twelve miles. (view weekend run schedule) Your pace is not important, but you should be able to continually run (i.e., without having to walk) this first distance entering into the program. This program features running only - it is not a run/walk program.

A variety of pace groups will be available. Each one will be led by a Pace Group Leader. These volunteers are there to help you along the course, provide support, and answer questions you have to the best of their ability.

The number of pace groups may vary by site based on the number of participants and available Pace Group Leaders, but they generally range from 7:30 per mile up to 12 minutes per mile. Pacing guidelines and tips will be provided at your KickOff Clinic which will help you determine which group is right for you. Don't worry – You can switch pace groups if you decide you want to run faster or slower.

Training Runs – Locations & Dates

Registered participants may attend training runs at any location during the program. Details on each specific starting location will be provided at the first clinic, as well as in your Participant Information Booklet. If you are registered and cannot attend the first clinic, contact the CARA office at 312.666.9836 or info@cararuns.org for details.

Group runs are held every weekend beginning April 8th through June 3rd.

Site	Location	Day	Time
Chicago	Lincoln Park	Saturdays	8:00 AM
Chicago	Downtown	Saturdays	8:00 AM
Suburbs - West	Wheaton	Saturdays	7:00 AM
Suburbs - Southwest	Oak Forest	Saturdays	8:00 AM