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825 Washington Avenue SE
#290
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Author: Emily Richardson
2025 Spring Training
WELCOMING EVERYONE WHO IS PREPARING FOR AN UPCOMING HALF MARATHON or 10k
PROGRAM DATES: March 1 – June 21
16 WEEK TRAINING CALENDAR
The Spring Session of our Training Program is designed to prepare you for a fun and successful marathon or half marathon. Offering the option to train with a group or train independently. Training plans include multiple mileage options designed to meet the needs of everyone from beginning runners to more experienced runners, twice weekly workout emails from your coach and a training shirt.
Official Twin Cities Training Program for Grandma’s Marathon & Garry Bjorklund Half.
Register for our Training Program
Special Perks
All training participants receive:
- a Run Minnesota shirt ($35 value)
- runner education sessions during the course of your training program. Dates, times and topics TBD
Spring in-person training participants receive:
- $10 off their Get in Gear Medtronic Half Marathon registration
- guaranteed entry (runner pays) for Grandma’s Marathon or Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon
- Start Line VIP Tent access for Grandma’s Marathon
What past participants have to say
“I enjoyed meeting all the wonderful runners of all abilities cheering everyone on to their goals. Happy to have no judgement for not being as fast as anyone else.”
“I loved the coaches, the TLs, the other people I ran with – I made so many new running friends and it made it so much nicer to run for hours on end. I loved that its broken up into pace levels because then I didn’t feel intimidated. Everyone is so great.”
“I say this all the time but I could NOT have completed the marathon without Run Minnesota Training. I loved every class even when the workouts were hard and I was hot because I knew I wasn’t alone.”
” I couldn’t make the group runs because of my work schedule so I signed up for the Sprint Tier. Following the training plan in Final Surge was great and the biweekly emails from the coach really helped me understand the training .”
- Information Session: March TBD, 2025
- First Group Run: March 1, 2025
- First Tuesday Group Run: March 11, 2025
- Grandma’s Marathon: June 21, 2025
- End of season party: June 21, 2025, Duluth, MN
Registration is open to everyone preparing for an upcoming half marathon. Run Minnesota members save 20%.
We offer sliding scale registrations if your income doesn’t allow you to pay the full fee for Run Minnesota Training Programs. Please fill out the form here and we’ll reach out to you.
Discounts for groups and members
Run Minnesota Members receive 20% off training. The discount is automatically applied when you’re logged in to your membership account.
Is your group looking for a plan to follow? Discounts are available for the Sprint Tier for groups! Contact Sarah at hello@run-minnesota.org
Want to learn more before signing up? Attend our information session or an open run below
There are no upcoming events.
Program Fees & Descriptions
SPRINT TIER – ONLINE
$150
$
120
00
Run Minnesota Members save 20%
- Training plan with multiple mileage options for various fitness levels
- Twice weekly workout emails from a certified coach
- Training shirt
Designed for someone who simply wants a training plan to follow. Maybe you’re an individual who wants to train independently or maybe your schedule just doesn’t fit with our scheduled group runs.
TEMPO TIER – IN-PERSON
$275
$
220
00
Run Minnesota Members save 20%
- Tuesday & Saturday supported group runs. Runs include water stops, route planning, coaches and team lead access.
- Training plan with multiple mileage options for various fitness levels
- Twice weekly workout emails from your coach
- Training shirt
- Pizza party on last Tuesday group run and complimentary beverage at end-of-season party
- Indoor Running at the U of M Fieldhouse on 8 Tuesdays
Designed for those interested in running with others! Whether you’re looking for camaraderie, accountability or in-person coaching expertise – this package is for you.
GROUP RUNS!
Meet Our Coaches
Bryn started to run when she joined the track and field team in middle school which carried through to her time at Carroll University where she participated in both track & field and cross country. During her senior year of undergrad she was presented with an opportunity to coach high school distance and decided to make the swap from athlete to coach (and never looked back). Bryn is currently the head coach for the DeLaSalle cross country program and loves being a part of something bigger than herself. Shortly after becoming a coach Bryn started her journey as a student of the craft by pursuing certifications through USATF. She is a certified USATF Level II Coach with a specialization in endurance and actively working on obtaining her Level III certification.
Denise is excited to have the opportunity to coach and run with you! A native of Rochester, MN and now residing in Monticello, Denise began her running career as a sprinter on the high school track team.
A mom of two, Denise had a busy lifestyle as her kids were growing up. However, with her summers off, she found she had time to run a few miles on the treadmill everyday. This casual hobby soon turned into a passion.
Denise completed her first marathon in 2017 (ask her to tell the story!) in Disney World. A couple of months later she set her sights on one day running Boston, and she finally was accepted to run in 2021 and 2022.
Danny is an elite runner and coach. A native of St. Paul, he attended Loyola University Chicago where he ran cross-country and track and field at the Division I level. He currently ranks as the #5 All-Time performer in the 10000m at Loyola.
Danny was the USATF Minnesota Runner of the Year in 2019, 2022 and 2023 and qualified for the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020 and 2024. He recently finished 64th at the Trials in Orlando with a time of 2:20:41.
Danny has attained multiple coaching certifications including a USATF Level 2 Youth Specialization, a USATFCCCA Endurance Specialization and a Lydiard Foundation Level 2 Certification. Passionate about helping others reach their goals and building community, Danny values teamwork, integrity and joy in his role as a coach.
Coach Daniel took up running at the age of 40 when his doctor recommended “a little aerobic exercise.” Since then, he has run everything from 5Ks to 50Ks but specializes in a yearly spring and a yearly fall marathon. His continuing personal goal is a sub 3-hour marathon.
Following a long career in teaching, Daniel began coaching the Edina Boys Cross Country Team and also received his UESCA coaching certification.
Daniel is excited to coach with Run Minnesota as a past participant of the MDRA marathon classes.
Winter Base Training
January 6 – March 16 (10 weeks)
Our Base Training package is for runners who want structured training in the offseason, those who are training for an early spring race and those looking for accountability and camaraderie.
This package includes:
- 6 levels of training plans ranging from 20 – 49 miles per week – the goal is to help you stay consistent and increase your training volume safely within a group setting
- 8 indoor track group training sessions (Tuesdays from 6 – 8 a.m. at the University of Minnesota Fieldhouse from January 21 – March 11)
- 10 Saturday long runs with the Polar Bears
- Weekly email from Coach Danny Docherty
- Access to Final Surge for training plans, workout tracking and to Class Page for training info and details
Goal/buildup races may include Everybody’s Irish, Hot Dash, Ron Daws, Get in Gear, Goldy’s, Women Run The Cities, Brian Kraft 5k, Eau Claire, Boston and more!
Register Here
Join us for our free Winter Base Training kickoff run!
Tuesday, January 14 at 6:00 p.m.
Impact Hub
825 Washington Avenue SE #200, Minneapolis 55414
Welcome Kathy Harrell-Latham
The Start of a New Chapter
Run Minnesota is pleased to announce the selection of Kathy Harrell-Latham as our new Executive Director.
Kathy brings a wealth of leadership experience developed throughout her career as a consultant, an entrepreneur, and a member of an executive team. She plans to build into the future with her depth of experience in strategic partnerships, program management, and growth strategy.
“I am honored to have been chosen as the Executive Director of Run Minnesota,” Kathy shared. “I have always believed in the power of running not just as a form of exercise, but also as a way to build healthy, inclusive communities.”
Kathy is an avid runner who loves all distances. She is currently working her way towards completing 50 marathons in all 50 states and all World Major Marathons. Kathy took on these big challenges to continuously improve her running while also connecting with people from all backgrounds and abilities. She is passionate about learning continuously and sharing that knowledge to make running accessible to everyone.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kathy to our team,” said Tom Goudreault, Run Minnesota’s Board Chair. “She has a strong record of innovation, operations, and development experience, and we are confident that her vision will guide Run Minnesota to new levels of success and impact.”
Please join us in welcoming Kathy to Run Minnesota.
Free Race: Black Friday 5K
Join us on November 29 for our Black Friday 5k — a free community event at Lake Phalen in St. Paul! Pre-registration is required and will be open until midnight on November 28. The field is limited to 250 participants – register today! This free event is supported by Run Minnesota membership.
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2025 Training Registration Open
Prepare for a fun & successful race with Run Minnesota
Marathon | Half Marathon | 10 Mile | 10K | 5K
Our Training Program is designed to meet the needs of beginners to experienced runners and everyone in between. Whether you’re preparing for your first or 100th race, we’re here to help you get race ready.
Group Training
Whether you’re looking for camaraderie, accountability or in-person coaching expertise – this package is for you. It features Tuesday & Saturday supported group runs in the Twin Cities, plus discounts and guaranteed entries to various goal races.
Independent Training
If you prefer running alone, live outside the Twin Cities or want to train on your own schedule, this package is a great fit.
PDF Training Plans
Prepare to walk or run your first 5K or prepare to run a faster 5K/10K!
Proud partner of the following
All training participants receive:
- a Run Minnesota shirt ($35 value)
- runner education sessions during the course of your training program
In-person training participants receive:
- Guaranteed entries to various goal races including Twin Cities 10 Mile, City of Lakes Half Marathon, Garry Bjorklund Half & Grandma’s Marathon
- Discounts to various goal races including City of Lakes Half Marathon
What past participants have to say
“I enjoyed meeting all the wonderful runners of all abilities cheering everyone on to their goals. Happy to have no judgement for not being as fast as anyone else.”
“I loved the coaches, the TLs, the other people I ran with – I made so many new running friends and it made it so much nicer to run for hours on end. I loved that its broken up into pace levels because then I didn’t feel intimidated. Everyone is so great.”
“I say this all the time but I could NOT have completed the marathon without Run Minnesota Training. I loved every class even when the workouts were hard and I was hot because I knew I wasn’t alone.”
” I couldn’t make the group runs because of my work schedule so I signed up for the Sprint Tier. Following the training plan in Final Surge was great and the biweekly emails from the coach really helped me understand the training .”
Winter Training Session
Goal races: Get in Gear Half Marathon & 10K
- Information Session: TBD
- First Group Run: January 7, 2025
- Get in Gear Half Marathon & 10K: April 26, 2025
- End of season party: April TBD
Spring Training Session
Goal races: Grandma’s Marathon & Garry Bjorklund Half
- Information Session: TBD
- First Group Run: March 1, 2025
- Grandma’s Marathon & Garry Bjorklund Half: June 21, 2025
- End of season party: June TBD
Summer Training Session
Goal races: City of Lakes Half Marathon, Twin Cities Marathon & TC 10 Mile
- Information Session: TBD
- First Group Run: July 1, 2025
- City of Lakes Half: September 7, 2025
- Twin Cities Marathon & TC 10 Mile: October 5, 2025
- End of season party: October TBD
Run Minnesota members save 20%.
We offer sliding scale registrations if your income doesn’t allow you to pay the full fee for Run Minnesota Training Programs. Please fill out the form here and we’ll reach out to you.
Discounts for groups and members
Run Minnesota Members receive 20% off training. The discount is automatically applied when you’re logged in to your membership account.
Is your group looking for a plan to follow? Discounts are available for the Sprint Tier for groups! Contact Sarah at hello@run-minnesota.org
Program Information
MARATHON
SPRING SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
March 1 – June 21, 2025
SUMMER SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
July 1 – October 5, 2025
OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR GRANDMA’S MARATHON &
TWIN CITIES MARATHON
(open to everyone training for any upcoming race!)
HALF MARATHON
WINTER SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
January 7 – April 26, 2025
SPRING SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
March 1 – June 21, 2025
SUMMER SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
July 1 – September 7, 2025
OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR
GET IN GEAR, GARRY BJORKLUND &
CITY OF LAKES HALF MARATHONS
(open to everyone training for any upcoming race!)
10 MILE
SUMMER SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
July 1 – October 5, 2025
OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR
TC 10 MILE
(open to everyone training for any upcoming race!)
10K
WINTER SESSION PROGRAM DATES:
January 7 – April 26, 2025
OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR
GET IN GEAR 10K
(open to everyone training for any upcoming race!)
PDF TRAINING
Prepare to walk or run your first 5K or prepare to run a faster 5K/10K!
Explore our PDF Training Plans.
Information Session & Open Runs
Want to learn more? Watch our information session or join us at a free open run listed below! (2025 open runs will be added soon.)
There are no upcoming events.
Program Fees & Descriptions
SPRINT TIER – ONLINE
$150
$
120
00
Run Minnesota Members save 20%
- Training plan with multiple mileage options for various fitness levels
- Twice weekly workout emails from a certified coach
- Training shirt
Designed for someone who simply wants a training plan to follow. Maybe you’re an individual who wants to train independently or maybe your schedule just doesn’t fit with our scheduled group runs.
TEMPO TIER – IN-PERSON
$275
$
220
00
Run Minnesota Members save 20%
- Tuesday & Saturday supported group runs. Runs include water stops, route planning, coaches and team lead access.
- Training plan with multiple mileage options for various fitness levels
- Twice weekly workout emails from your coach
- Training shirt
- Pizza party on last Tuesday group run and complimentary beverage at end-of-season party
Designed for those interested in running with others! Whether you’re looking for camaraderie, accountability or in-person coaching expertise – this package is for you.
GROUP RUNS!
Meet Some of Our Coaches from Previous Years
2025 coaches coming soon
strength training package
Are you a runner looking to improve strength, reduce injury risk, and become more powerful and efficient?
We’ll be partnering with Training Haus and Performance Running Gym again in 2025! Stay tuned for more info on our strength training offerings.
Run Minnesota at Grandma’s Marathon 2025
Run Minnesota is a proud partner of Grandma’s Marathon and we strive to make it a special race for our members and training participants!
We are pleased to offer our members with access to the Run Minnesota tent at the start of Grandma’s Marathon. You’ll also get:
• Entry to Running Club starting line tent with exclusive bathrooms and coffee
• Finish line bleacher passes
• Reserved spot at the Michelina’s All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner
• Official Running Club Program bib recognition
Please sign up here to be added to our roster!
After we receive your submission we’ll send you an email to confirm your place on the roster and provide the discount code if you still need to register.
The deadline to register for the tent access is April 15, 2025.
This exclusive opportunity is only available to members of Run Minnesota, participants of Run Minnesota’s training programs and Run Minnesota USATF Team participants. Spots are limited to the first 120 registrants.
Preparing for a New Chapter
Join Us As We Prepare for a New Chapter
Seeking Applicants for our Next Executive Director
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Run Minnesota is excited to announce that the search for our next Executive Director is underway.
We’re looking for a passionate leader who will move us forward into 2025 and beyond as our organization continues to grow.
Whether you’ve been involved with Run Minnesota for many years, or you just recently got introduced to our organization – we hope you’ll take a moment to check out the job opening, consider applying, or share it with someone who you know would make a great addition to our team.
We’re always growing our community and look forward to welcoming applicants who represent a variety of identities and lived experiences across Minnesota.
Executive Director Sarah Ahlers McInerney will say farewell in December after 10 years serving at the helm of Run Minnesota. Please join us in celebrating her service to our organization. Read her announcement.
Como Relays
Whether your goal is to start running or improve your fastest lap – all levels and ages of runners are encouraged to line up, run and have fun.
If you don’t have a partner, just show up early and we’ll pair you with someone!
Join us for this family-friendly event on Wednesday nights in August at the intersection of Horton Avenue and Lexington Parkway in St. Paul.
Sign Up Opens: 6:15 p.m.
Kids’ Race Starts: 6:30 p.m.
2-Person Relay Starts: 6:45 p.m.
Track Thursdays
Keep your running routine on track this summer — join us for our free Track Thursday runs between now and August. We meet most weeks at 6 p.m. at Washington Tech High School in St. Paul. A certified coach will lead you through exercises that can be tailored to all paces and abilities.
Invite a friend to join you — all are welcome!
Dates:
June 27
July 11
July 18
July 25
August 1
August 8
Additional August dates pending
Learn more about our upcoming Track runs here. You can also join our Thursday Group Runs page on Facebook.
Learn More