Achieve Your Goals with the Official Training Programs for Your Race
Run Minnesota is proud to be the provider of many official training programs for races across Minnesota. Our programs are designed and led by certified coaches to help people prepare for races of all distances – from your first 5k to yet another marathon. We’ve got the training program for you!
Join a training program that is trusted by race directors from the biggest events in Minnesota. We can help you train smarter and build connections with like-minded people – all while having fun.
Why Train with Run Minnesota?
Official Training Programs for Top Minnesota Races
Run Minnesota has been selected to be the official training program for these prestigious events:
Expert Guidance from Certified Coaches
Our certified coaches are in Minnesota and run these races too! They craft customized training plans to help you reach your personal goals for each of the targeted races. Run Minnesota coaches are here to help you cross the finish line for the first time or to chase your new PR and for every step in between. The Run Minnesota coaches provide support during the training runs, emails packed with valuable tips, and insights between runs to keep you motivated.
Train with a Vibrant Community
The best part of the Run Minnesota training programs are the people! Registering for a training program provides you with access to our thriving community of runners of all abilities, paces, and backgrounds. Everyone is welcome and supported throughout their running journey.
Exclusive Participant Perks
Registering for our Official Training Programs gives you a head start for your race day preparations and a number of exclusive perks including:
Guaranteed entries into sold-out races like Grandma’s Marathon and Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon
Exclusive race discounts to Get in Gear Half Marathon and other races
Special participant-only events and promotions from top-end brands like Lululemon!
Options for in-person or virtual training
Run Minnesota Members save on their registration depending on their membership level. Not a Run Minnesota member? Join today and save on your training program!
What Can You Expect?
Custom training plans designed for your targeted race and pace goals.
Group Runs that keep you motivated and connected to fellow runners even in Minnesota winters!
Coaches insights via weekly emails to improve your form, mindset, and consistency.
Special Events including community meetups and access to gear promotions.
What Participants Say
Last Spring I decided to try out the Run Minnesota training group and I was immediately hooked. I’d say it has been life changing! The coaches and other runners are all welcoming, supportive, and encouraging. Most of all they have shown me it is never too late to go after your dreams.”
Betsy L.2024 Training Participant
I’m so glad I took the leap to join Run Minnesota. I didn’t know what to expect on my first group run, but I was pleasantly surprised at how warm and welcoming everyone was. The coaches were knowledgeable and generous with their expertise, and the structure of the program takes all the guesswork out of training, and works equally well for a first timer who needs a lot of hand holding as well as those who’ve been running races for decades. The group runs were my favorite part. Running is both hard and monotonous, but running with people makes those long training runs fly by, and the encouragement and advice gleaned from your pace group members is invaluable. Joining Run Minnesota has been one of the best gifts I’ve given myself as it has allowed me the structure and accountability to reach my goals, plus I’ve made a lot of new friends in the process.
Lindsey B.2024 Training Participant
It is easy to go online and download a marathon or half marathon training plan. There’s no shortage of coaches or groups that offer support here and there. But what we have at Run Minnesota is something so much deeper than just training plans or occasional meetups. Here, when you join a training cycle, you’re not just following a plan—you’re joining a community. . . . What’s even more remarkable is how adaptable and supportive this community is. Life happens—injuries, illness, or kids needing your attention—but our coaches and team leads are always there to help you adjust and reframe your goals. Here, success isn’t about a certain finish time. It’s about doing the best you can with what you have and knowing that every step is celebrated.
Chris M.Training Participant
Commit to Your Race Day GoalS
Don’t just dream about crossing the finish line or hitting that PR – make it a reality with the help of experts and the backing of a supportive community. Run Minnesota is trusted as the official training program for your race for a reason. Set yourself up for success this year and enjoy every step along the way.
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