Getting Ready to Run – 2023

Training Together!

Are you training for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run or 5K Run-Walk? No matter what program you are following, join our Facebook Training Groups to share your experiences and get support, motivation and tips from other runners!

• Beginner 10 Mile Training Facebook Group
• Intermediate/Advanced 10 Mile Training Facebook Group
• Beginner 5K Run-Walk Training Facebook Group

Training Programs for the 10 Mile & 5K Races

FREE Training Programs

All registrants will be given the opportunity to sign up for a training program when they register for the race and for a short time after. No Kirt West Virtual Training program signups will be accepted after February 7, 2023.

• • Kirt West Beginner 10 Mile Virtual Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 23)
  • Kirt West Intermediate 10 Mile Virtual Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 23)
  • Kirt West Advanced 10 Mile Virtual Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 23)
  • Kirt West Beginner 5K  Virtual Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 23)

Fee-Based Training Programs

The Credit Union Cherry Blossom, in conjunction with ASICS and Garmin, will also offer two training programs for both Ten Mile Run and 5K Run-Walk participants at an additional fee:

• • In-person Training Program for 10-mile participants of all abilities hosted by Potomac River Running as part of its PR Training Programs. Training runs are held in the greater DC metropolitan area.
  • Runcoach Gold Virtual Training with Personal Consultation by Runcoach Coaches Includes an online program with access to a certified Runcoach coach for personal consultation about your training. Available for 10 mile and 5K Run-Walk participants of all abilities. ($35)