Get Ready to Run! 5K Training Program

🏃‍♂️ About the Program

• Organization: The Glastonbury River Runners offers this 9 week training program to encourage local friends to get up and move!
• Goal: Let us help you reach your goal of completing a 5K (3.1 miles).
• Support: Through this nine-week training program, we are here to offer you group support, motivation and fun along the way!
• Community: Not only will you complete your goal, but you also will meet some fantastic running partners in the GRR family.

📅 Training Schedule

• Meeting Days: The Get Ready to Run program will meet two days a week.
• Saturday Sessions: Take place at Riverfront Park, 200 Welles Street, Glastonbury, CT.
• Thursday Sessions: Begin at 6 p.m. at Marathon Sports, 63 Hebron Avenue.
• Weather Policy: Training will be held rain (unless there is thunder & lightning) or shine.

🏅 Training Experience

• Pace: Participants will train at the pace that they feel comfortable with to achieve their weekly goals.
• Personal Goals: This training is about YOU accomplishing YOUR goal of completing the 5k distance at YOUR own pace.
• Coach Support: Various coaches will be spread throughout the group to support ALL pace levels.
• Recommendations: Additional training segments on your own (or with a friend) are recommended.

🏆 Special Benefits

• Free Race Entry: Includes FREE entry into the Highland Park Market Firecracker 5K race on June 29 from Rotary Field in Glastonbury.
• Commitment: All you have to do is register, show up, and we will get you to the finish!
• Community Engagement: The GRR Family looks forward to getting to know you, supporting you and cheering you on as you cross that finish line!
• Registration Limit: Registration for this session is limited to 50 runners. Get your spot early!

💡 Health Advisory

• Consultation: As with any exercise program please consult with your physician prior to beginning.

📝 Registration Includes

• Training: Training at experience level.
• Race Day Shirt: Running shirt on Race Day.
• Race Entry: Race entry to the Highland Park Market Firecracker 5K on June 29!
• Specialist Presentations: Presentations by a specialist in the health and fitness field during the program.
• Social Opportunities: Opportunity for socializing with fellow runners after each session.
• Membership: GRR Club Membership for 2025 Calendar Year ($30 value).
• Additional Benefits: Private FB page for members only, Marathon Sports discounts, and private emails for varied distance runs and outing opportunities after runs.

🎉 Final Thoughts

• Journey: The Joy is in the Journey!
• Contact: Jason Marshall, Executive Director, Glastonbury River Runners.
• Questions: Contact Me with any questions/concerns about the program: CONTACT ME
• More Information: For more details on the race, visit here.