Getting Ready to Run – 2022

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 April 3 Race

FREE Training Programs

All registrants were given the opportunity to sign up for a training program when they registered for the race and for a short time after. Signups for training programs for 2022 have now closed.

• • Kirt West 10 Mile Beginner Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 24)
  • Kirt West 10 Mile Intermediate Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 24)
  • Kirt West 10 Mile Advanced Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 24)
  • Kirt West 5K Beginner Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts January 24)

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:

• • 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. ($20)
  • 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.

Getting Ready to Run – 2022

MedStar Health Running Injury Clinic

Join MedStar Health for a free, interactive running injury clinic.

March 2, 2022, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
MedStar Health at
The St. James
805 Industrial Rd.
Ste. 300
Springfield, VA 22151

Call 844-914-3878 to reserve your spot!

MedStar Health sports medicine experts will be available to discuss and demonstrate the following:

• Injury assessments
• Posture and flexibility
• Individual running goals