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Special Offer: Get a jump start on your
LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon training and save $25 at the same time. Check out our Half
Marathon + Marathon Combo Package. (starts the week of April 4)
Program Description
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This nine-week program will help you prepare to complete a half marathon (13.1 miles).
There are several races in the area that you can target with this program. The Sunburst Half Marathon in South Bend,
Indiana on June 4 and the North Shore Half Marathon in Highland Park on June 12 are just two that coincide well with
CARA’s Half Marathon Training Program Schedule. To check out other races in the area to target, go to CARA’s online
race calendar at http://www.cararuns.org/race_calendar/index.html
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CARA’s Half Marathon Training Program is also a great way to build your base for
CARA's LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon Training Program.
Check out our Combo Package and save $25!
You’ll have another chance to target a half marathon with our fall session. It will lead
up to the Chicago Half Marathon on September 25
on Chicago’s south side lakefront. Watch this page for details.
Program Description – Clinics
Join us for a series of informative clinics specifically related to longer distance training.
Registered participants may attend clinics at any location. They are held on weekdays and feature a
presentation only. (you do not need any running gear)
You should try to attend every clinic. Even if you are a previous participant or experienced runner, you
can always learn something new at these sessions. We vary the information provided in each program. It's
also a great opportunity to get answers to your specific questions. For example, a
NovaCare Rehabilitation Physical Therapist
will be at each clinic to answer questions you may have. Clinic topics are:
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Program Overview & Goals |
Shoes Selection |
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Injury Prevention |
Nutrition |
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Race Day, Strategy & Recovery |
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Program Description – Group Runs
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 sample 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.
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• Participant Benefits
- Five clinics with expert speakers
- Nine weekend group training runs
- A CARA Coolmax singlet
- Training schedules and handouts
- Smart Running by Hal Higdon (previous participants will receive Principles of Running by Amby Burfoot)
Note: Race entry fees are not included in this program. Register for your
race separately.
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Registrations & Packet Pick Up - CARA's Half Marathon Training Program
Training registration and packet pick up is available at the CARA office. You may also register
and pick up your packet at the first clinic at each site. No registration
or packet pick up is available at training run sites.
Site |
Days, Dates, & Times |
Location |
Chicago
Downtown |
Beginning April 4
Monday - Friday ·
10 AM to 5 PM |
CARA Office
203 North Wabash (map)
Suite 1104
Get there using CTA
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Chicago
Lincoln Park |
Tuesday, April 5
6 PM to 8 PM
(clinic starts at 6:30 PM)
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Children's Memorial
Hospital
707 West Fullerton (
map)
West Building
Bigler Auditorium
Get there using CTA
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Chicago
Downtown |
Friday, April 8
11:30 AM to 1 PM
(clinic starts at Noon) |
Chicago Athletic Association
12 South Michigan (map)
Get there using CTA
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Northwest
Lake Zurich |
Monday, April 4
6:30 PM to 8 PM
(clinic starts at 7 PM) |
"The Barn" in Paulus Park
400 Whitney Road
(map)
Rand-Route 12 one-half mile north of Main-Route 22) |
West
Wheaton |
Thursday, April 7
6:30 PM to 8 PM
(clinic starts at 7 PM) |
Wheaton College
501 College Avenue (map)
Billy Graham Center, Room 138
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South
Tinley Park |
Wednesday, April 6
6:30 PM to 8 PM
(clinic starts at 7 PM) |
Tinley Park High School
6111 W. 175th St. (map)
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Locations and Dates - Clinics
Site |
Clinic Day, Time & Dates |
Location |
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Chicago
Downtown
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Fridays ·
Noon to 1 PM
April 8 - Kick Off*
April 15 - Shoe Selection
April 22 - Injury Prevention
April 29 - Nutrition
May 27 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
* Registration & packet pick up available beginning at 11:30 AM
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Chicago Athletic Association
12 South Michigan (map)
Get there using CTA
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Chicago
Lincoln Park
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Tuesdays ·
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
April 5 - Kick Off*
April 12 - Shoe Selection
April 19 - Injury Prevention**
April 26 - Nutrition
May 24 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
* Registration & packet pick up available beginning at 6:00 PM
**Injury Prevention Clinic will be held at Nelly A. Black Lounge (across from Children’s Memorial Hospital)
700 West Fullerton (map)
Get there using CTA
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Children's Memorial Hospital
707 West Fullerton (map)
West Building
Bigler Auditorium
Get there using CTA
**Injury Prevention Clinic will be held at Nelly A. Black Lounge (across from Children’s Memorial Hospital)
700 West Fullerton (map)
Get there using CTA
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Northwest
Lake Zurich
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Mondays ·
7 to 8 PM
April 4 - Kick Off*
April 11 - Shoe Selection
April 18 - Injury Prevention
April 25 - Nutrition
May 23 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
* Registration & packet pick up available beginning at 6:30 PM
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"The Barn" in Paulus Park
400 Whitney Road
(map)
Rand-Route 12 one-half mile north of Main-Route 22)
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West
Wheaton
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Thursdays ·
7 to 8 PM
April 7 - Kick Off*
April 14 - Shoe Selection
April 21 - Injury Prevention
April 28 - Nutrition
May 26 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
* Registration & packet pick up available beginning at 6:30 PM
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Wheaton College
501 College Avenue (map)
Billy Graham Center, Room 138
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South
Oak Forest
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Wednesday ·
7 to 8 PM
April 6 - Kick Off*
April 13 - Shoe Selection
April 20 - Injury Prevention
April 27 - Nutrition
May 25 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
* Registration & packet pick up available beginning at 6:30 PM
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Tinley Park High School
6111 W. 175th St. (map)
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Locations & Dates – Training Runs
Registered participants may attend training runs at any location during the program.
Details on each starting location will be provided at the first clinic, as well as
in your Participant Information Guide. 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 9th through May 28th.
| Site |
Location |
Day |
Time |
| Chicago |
Lincoln Park |
Saturdays |
8:00 AM |
| Chicago |
Downtown |
Saturdays |
8:00 AM |
| Suburbs - Northwest |
Lake Zurich |
Saturdays |
7:00 AM |
| Suburbs - West |
Wheaton |
Saturdays |
7:00 AM |
| Suburbs - Southwest |
Oak Forest |
Saturdays |
7:00 AM |
Fall Session Clinic & Run Site
Clinic Site
Site |
Clinic Day, Time & Dates |
Location |
Chicago
Lincoln Park |
Wednesdays ·
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
July 20 - Kick Off*
July 27 - Shoe Selection
August 3 - Injury Prevention
August 10 - Nutrition
Sep 14 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
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Children's Memorial
Hospital
707 West Fullerton (
map)
West Building
Bigler Auditorium
Get there using CTA
CTA maps |
Northwest
TBA |
Thursdays ·
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
July 21 - Kick Off*
July 28 - Shoe Selection
August 4 - Injury Prevention
August 11 - Nutrition
Sep 15 - Race Day Strategy & Recovery
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TBA
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Training Run Site
Group runs will begin the weekend of July 23 through September 17. The Chicago Half Marathon
is on Sunday, September 25.
| Site |
Location |
Day |
Time |
| Chicago |
Lincoln Park |
Saturdays |
7:00 AM |
| Suburbs - Northwest |
Arlington Heights |
Sundays |
7:00 AM |
Half Marathon + Marathon Training Program Combo Package
Get a jump start on your marathon training and save money at the same time. Our special 27-week
"Combo Package" provides you with all the benefits of CARA's Half Marathon Training Program and
CARA's LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon Training Program
at a $25 savings.
Half Marathon training begins the week of April 4, so don't delay. Just look for the
"Combo Package" option when you sign up. Register Online ·
Print a Registration Form (PDF)*.
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Half Marathon Training Program Fees
| Starts the week of April 4! Register Online ·
Print a Registration Form (PDF)*
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$90.00 |
CARA members |
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$110.00 |
Non-members |
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$55.00 |
Members – Previous CARA Half Marathon Program
participant |
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$75.00 |
Non-members – Previous CARA Half Marathon Program
participant |
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Join CARA and SAVE
Join CARA when you register for the program and you'll enjoy great savings…
For more details about member benefits,
click here.
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Register Now
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By fax – If paying by credit card, you may fax
your completed form to us at 312.781.1736.
By mail – Mail your completed form and payment to CARA, 203 North Wabash Avenue,
Suite 1104, Chicago, IL 60601. If paying by check, make it payable to "CARA". Do not send cash.
Allow plenty of time for your registration to reach us.
On site – You may bring your completed form with payment to the first clinic. If
you enroll after the first clinic, contact us at 312.666.9836 to determine the best method of
handling your registration for your session and site.
No refunds will be provided in full or in part for any reason, including injury,
after a program begins. No prorated fees are provided for late enrollments. You must
be at least 18 years of age and complete the entry form and waiver.
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Questions?
Still have program-related questions? Call us at 312.666.9836…or send an e-mail to
info@cararuns.org
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CARA's Sample Half Marathon Training Run Schedule
A sample weekend long run schedule is shown below. Details on recommended training
during the week will be provided when the program begins. Always warm up properly, and stretch before and after
your run. Also, be sure to take advantage of "rest
weeks" – They are just as important as running.
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Weekend Long Run |
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1 |
5 miles |
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2 |
6 miles |
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3 |
5 miles – Rest week |
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4 |
8 miles |
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5 |
10 miles |
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6 |
6 miles – Rest week |
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7 |
12 miles |
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8 |
6 miles – Time to taper |
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9 |
13.1 miles – Race day |
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