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Weekend Run Crew

Get some miles in with a coach and a supportive group of runners of all levels. Prep for a race or focus on consistency and building strength and endurance. =PR= Weekend Run Crew supports all paces and all levels, from walk and run/walk to competitive. Our core principle is that we are all better together. Looking for DTP (distance training program)? Add it on at registration!

Run Crew Perks…

  • =PR= Run Crew tee
  • 10% discount online and in-store at =PR= Run & Walk
  • Weekly supported runs of up to 12 miles with a monthly longer run option. All weekend runs can be as short or as long as you choose. No required distance
  • Bi-weekly uptempo/workout option for those looking for a harder weekend day
  • Discounts on all =PR=-owned races
  • Special Run Crew hospitality tent and perks at Birthday Bash 5K, Fall Classic 10K, Veterans Day 5K and Run with Santa 5K (additional races may be added)
  • Great relationships with fellow Crew members that will extend off the trail
  • Periodic “field trip runs” and challenges across Run Crew sites
  • Educational opportunities, speakers, gear tests and more
  • Optional sublimated =PR= Run Crew singlet – great for training and racing with your Crew

June 22 – October 26, 2024

Burke, Ashburn/Reston
Saturdays at 6:30am

Up to 18 Weekly Sessions
Weekend Run Crew: $99
Weekend Run Crew + DTP: $169

Please note: we will not be able to offer Arlington/DC or Vienna for Summer 2024. Please consider a different location or program and we hope to see you in Summer 2025.

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Add Running 201 or the Interval Program for a reduced fee — contact us for a promo code. Active participants in this program also receive special promotions from the =PR= Store and discounts on entry to all =PR= owned races.

More Information

Sometimes the hardest part is getting out the door! The accountability of a coach and your run crew ready to get out there with you can make all the difference. Join the Weekend Run Crew to keep yourself on track for whatever your goal may be – whether it’s a race or a new level of fitness.

The Weekend Run Crew will offer coach-supported runs every week. Each session there will be a “longest” run – roughly 12 miles or more, but many runners will not be out for that distance. (If your goal is a long race, see the Run Crew + DTP for a training plan and other support.) Every other week there will also be an up-tempo speed training/workout option for anyone seeking to use the weekend as a harder session. Runners of ALL levels are welcome and encouraged to use this training group to get stronger, faster, and more consistent. We also welcome walkers and run/walkers!

In addition to weekly runs, you’ll get some great swag, access to a special =PR= Run Crew tent at selected =PR= Races, and monthly social and educational opportunities.

DTP Add-On Information

Completing an endurance event can be a life-changing experience. Doing it with others sharing that common goal can make the experience even more powerful. And doing it with the support and guidance of an experienced coach makes it much more realistic and manageable. With the right program design, a good dose of personal commitment and discipline, and a little bit of luck, ANYONE can complete a marathon or half marathon. Already done that? Let us help you do it again, only better!

The weekly long run is the cornerstone of your preparation for a successful distance race. You’ll do it with your crew! You will gradually increase your run volume, being careful to run at a pace that will maximize your body’s ability to recover and to use energy efficiently (coaches will provide guidance on appropriate pacing, and you may choose to train with a heart rate monitor to manage your effort level appropriately.) Some sessions will also focus specifically on your goal marathon or race pace. Typical participant paces range from run/walk at 16-18 minute miles, to 8-8:30 miles. You are not “too slow” for this program!

In addition to the weekly group long run, participants also receive guidance on what to do on their own for days the group does not meet. Interval/speed training is written into the training plan for intermediate/advanced runners. Beginners may choose to skip speed sessions, but all are invited to attend them. Train with a group for your interval training by joining a weekday program like Running 201 or Interval. Runners participating in more than one program concurrently are eligible for a discount on the second registration. Contact us for details.