2025 St Michaels Running Festival 10K Training — Baltimore
First Run
Saturday, March 22, 2025Start Time
7:30 amTraining Runs
Every Tuesday Every SaturdayStart Time
6:30 pm 7:30 am
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Coach: Aliya Reich
As a younger person, the competition of sports and athletic pursuits stressed me out. I largely avoided them, electing to walk or hike for exercise. But, after participating in the Baltimore Running Festival 5k on a whim with a friend in 2013, I walked past the Pacing for Parkinson’s charity tent, and my love of running was unexpectedly born.
My mother has Parkinson’s Disease, as did both of my grandfathers, and so Pacing for Parkinson’s caught my eye. I started fundraising with the team in 2014, ran the 5k with them that fall, and timidly graduated to the half marathon in 2015. That was when the running bug really bit, and I was hooked. The rest is history.
I’ve been coaching 5k and 10k runners out of Fells Point since 2019 and am an RRCA Level 1 Certified Run Coach. My coaching philosophy centers around doing everything I can to promote as much inclusiveness, accessibility, and fun as possible for every person who joins. Running is an amazing pastime that has the ability to teach us new things about ourselves, and to prove to ourselves that we can do hard things we weren’t sure we could. No matter your experience, goals, ability, identities, size, age, or background, there’s a place for you here - we all deserve to experience the magic of running.
Virtual Training
We also offer virtual training options for half marathon training. You can either purchase a training plan or sign up for monthly virtual training with access to an expert coach.
Sponsored by Brooks
Description
TRAIN WITH A SUPPORTIVE GROUP TO RACE TO REACH YOUR SPRING GOALS!
Our 8-week 10K training program is designed for beginner and intermediate-level runners who want to improve speed and endurance. Regardless of if you plan to race at the end of the program, this training group will help you develop a consistent running routine.
Group programs are offered at Charm City Run locations. You will meet twice a week for supported group runs with your fellow runners and coach – once for a speed workout and once for a distance run in addition to following a weekly training plan. Your expert coach will provide plenty of advice and running education along the way including tips & tricks for hydration, nutrition and injury prevention.
Our next 10K groups start Saturday, March 22, 2025 *we will get you ready for our NEWEST race in St. Michaels Running Festival! Regardless if you have a race or not – join the group to enjoy creating a consistent running routine with a supportive small group.
*starting times and dates may vary by location
Requirements
To safely meet your goal we do ask that you have a base level of running under your belt before joining this group. What does that mean? We ask that at the beginning of the program you are able to run/walk 2- 3 miles at one time. This does not mean you need to be able to run the entire way but just that you are comfortable covering that distance. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry ask the coach for you location. You will be surprised that most people meet these requirements and are able to join the group.
What To Expect
- SUPPORTED GROUP RUNS AND WORKOUTS TWICE A WEEK WITH PLANNED ROUTES, HYDRATION AND COMPANIONSHIP
- POSITIVE AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FOR RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS
- WEEKLY TRAINING PLANS – BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE OPTIONS
- ACCESS TO EXPERT COACHING SERVICES AND ADVICE
- GAIT ANALYSIS WITH FOOTWEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
- 10% STORE DISCOUNT AT CHARM CITY RUN
- 15% OFF CHARM CITY RUN SIGNATURE RACES
- NUTRITION, GEAR AND INJURY PREVENTION EDUCATION
- BROOKS TRAINING PREMIUM
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Send an email to our Training Director, Natalie Ferguson, natalie@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information.
2025 St Michaels Running Festival 10K Training — Baltimore
First Run
Saturday, March 22, 2025Start Time
7:30 amTraining Runs
Every Tuesday Every SaturdayStart Time
6:30 pm 7:30 am
Sponsored by Brooks
Description
TRAIN WITH A SUPPORTIVE GROUP TO RACE TO REACH YOUR SPRING GOALS!
Our 8-week 10K training program is designed for beginner and intermediate-level runners who want to improve speed and endurance. Regardless of if you plan to race at the end of the program, this training group will help you develop a consistent running routine.
Group programs are offered at Charm City Run locations. You will meet twice a week for supported group runs with your fellow runners and coach – once for a speed workout and once for a distance run in addition to following a weekly training plan. Your expert coach will provide plenty of advice and running education along the way including tips & tricks for hydration, nutrition and injury prevention.
Our next 10K groups start Saturday, March 22, 2025 *we will get you ready for our NEWEST race in St. Michaels Running Festival! Regardless if you have a race or not – join the group to enjoy creating a consistent running routine with a supportive small group.
*starting times and dates may vary by location
Requirements
To safely meet your goal we do ask that you have a base level of running under your belt before joining this group. What does that mean? We ask that at the beginning of the program you are able to run/walk 2- 3 miles at one time. This does not mean you need to be able to run the entire way but just that you are comfortable covering that distance. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry ask the coach for you location. You will be surprised that most people meet these requirements and are able to join the group.
What To Expect
- SUPPORTED GROUP RUNS AND WORKOUTS TWICE A WEEK WITH PLANNED ROUTES, HYDRATION AND COMPANIONSHIP
- POSITIVE AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FOR RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS
- WEEKLY TRAINING PLANS – BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE OPTIONS
- ACCESS TO EXPERT COACHING SERVICES AND ADVICE
- GAIT ANALYSIS WITH FOOTWEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
- 10% STORE DISCOUNT AT CHARM CITY RUN
- 15% OFF CHARM CITY RUN SIGNATURE RACES
- NUTRITION, GEAR AND INJURY PREVENTION EDUCATION
- BROOKS TRAINING PREMIUM
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Send an email to our Training Director, Natalie Ferguson, natalie@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information.
Share With Friends
Coach: Aliya Reich
As a younger person, the competition of sports and athletic pursuits stressed me out. I largely avoided them, electing to walk or hike for exercise. But, after participating in the Baltimore Running Festival 5k on a whim with a friend in 2013, I walked past the Pacing for Parkinson’s charity tent, and my love of running was unexpectedly born.
My mother has Parkinson’s Disease, as did both of my grandfathers, and so Pacing for Parkinson’s caught my eye. I started fundraising with the team in 2014, ran the 5k with them that fall, and timidly graduated to the half marathon in 2015. That was when the running bug really bit, and I was hooked. The rest is history.
I’ve been coaching 5k and 10k runners out of Fells Point since 2019 and am an RRCA Level 1 Certified Run Coach. My coaching philosophy centers around doing everything I can to promote as much inclusiveness, accessibility, and fun as possible for every person who joins. Running is an amazing pastime that has the ability to teach us new things about ourselves, and to prove to ourselves that we can do hard things we weren’t sure we could. No matter your experience, goals, ability, identities, size, age, or background, there’s a place for you here - we all deserve to experience the magic of running.
Virtual Training
We also offer virtual training options for half marathon training. You can either purchase a training plan or sign up for monthly virtual training with access to an expert coach.