Train with The Official Training Program of The San Francisco Marathon!

We offer a 26-week program beginning on January 24th and an 18-week training program beginning on March 21st. Locations are offered in San Francisco and the East Bay, as well as a Virtual/Online option. Runners can earn free training by participating in the Train for Free Fundraising option. Come Train with us in 2009!

Training Information Menu:

• REGISTER Now for Training!
• Info Sessions
• Program Features and Benefits
• 26-week "Get Fit" Marathon and Half Marathon Training Description
• 18-week Marathon and Half Marathon Training Description
• Training Location Schedule
• Online Training (Virtual Coach)
• Training Costs
• Training Video

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To learn more, and meet the coaches, attend an INFO Session:

• January 6th: Sports Basement Poterero Hill at 7pm
• January 7th: MetroSport Cow Hollow at 7pm

Are you an experienced runner wanting to Pace newer runners on their long runs and track workouts? Come to a Pacer Info session on November 20th, 7pm at The Sports Basement in Potrero Hill.

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Program Features and Benefits

We have 2 training programs to get you ready to run The San Francisco Marathon or Half Marathon on July 26, 2009.

Both Programs feature:

• San Francisco or East Bay training locations
• Detailed day-to-day Training Schedule
• Three workouts per week (a track workout, week day jog, and long run on Saturday, with optional Yoga included)
• USATF Certified Coaches
• Coach Support on long runs and at the track, and via email
• Experienced Pacers for Saturday long runs and track sessions
• Optional Bootcamp Add-on
• Online Running Resources: training support partners, team chatroom, cross training, stretching tips
• Runner Seminars by experts on injury prevention, heart rate training, nutrition and more
• Race Discount when you register for the race at time of training registration
• Weekly e-newsletter regarding weekly runs, runner tips, etc.
• VIP Race Day Hospitality with bag check, massages and breakfast at the end of your race!
• SCHWAG: 2 tech shirts (1 long sleeve, 1 short sleeve), Headsweats running cap, store discounts, goody bag, raffles and more
• Train for FREE*: Optional fundraising program where you raise money for Youth Running or Breast Cancer Research and earn free training!

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26-week "Get Fit" Marathon and Half Marathon Training

Beginning on January 24th, this program is designed for those novice runners that need to “Get-in-to-Running-Shape” before beginning their marathon or half marathon training.

The first 8 weeks of this program will help you to get your running legs going and your miles up a bit so that you are ready to train for the 2009 San Francisco Marathon and Half Marathon events on July 26, 2009. You will increase your fitness level, build your endurance, improve your speed and gain the tools to eat properly, stay hydrated and avoid running injuries. We will culminate the first 8 weeks by running The Emerald Across the Bay 12k race. It will then be time to start marathon and half marathon training!

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18-week Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program

Beginning on March 21st we kick off our 18-week Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program for novice and experienced runners. You should already be running or walking regularly 2-3 times a week. This team will join up with our 26-week runners to train for The San Francisco Marathon or Half Marathon. Our comprehensive training program will build your running base, help you improve your endurance and fitness levels and give you tips, tools and encouragement to step up to the starting line and get to the finish line!

Again, attend 3 weekly runs – a track session, one weeknight run and a Saturday run. Adding on boot camp takes your training to 4 days a week!

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Training Program Location Schedule

Our training programs are in San Francisco and the East Bay. Feel free to attend runs on either side of the Bay!

San Francisco Training Locations vary for Long Runs and Weeknight Run; Track workouts most often meet at Kezar Stadium Track

East Bay Training Locations vary for Long Runs and Weeknight Run; Track workouts most often meet at Piedmont High School Track.

* Bootcamp is an additional workout option and not included with the marathon training fees.

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Online Training Program (Virtual Coach)

We also offer an 18 week Online training program beginning March 23, which includes:

• Detailed day-to-day Training Schedule
• Weekly e-newsletters
• Email access to coaches for expert advice, support and answers to your training questions
• Training Program Member website access that contains detailed schedule, running tips, strectches and core exercises, forum, maps, and more
• VIP Race Hospitality
• Race Discount (when you register for training and the race at the same time)
• Technical training shirt and Technical running cap
• Race for FREE*: Optional fundraising program where you raise money for Youth Running and race the event for free.

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Training Program Fees

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Training Video

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