2025 Winter Into Spring Half Marathon Training — Timonium
First Run
Saturday, February 22, 2025Start Time
7:30 amTraining Runs
Every Tuesdays Every SaturdayStart Time
6:30 pm 7:30 am
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Coach: Dawn Litrenta
Meet Our Mid Distance Coach Dawn. My running journey started on a hill (I know shocker). I would run it everyday in middle school. By the time I was in high school, I added 3ish miles to my hill run to stay in shape for sports. College was more of the same. I went to Loyola so I had the pleasure of Cold Spring Hill on the daily.
After College Running pretty much fell out of my life until after child #3. I lived in the perfect neighborhood for running. My neighbor was a runner and of course there was a hill (Thornton Road). She said let’s run together. Sounded like a Great idea! Except I always ran, alone and I hadn’t run in 10ish years. But I was still excited, that was until I quickly found out how out of running shape I had become. I couldn’t make it to the first mailbox on my street! She took off and left me pondering the situation. My goal that day became to run one more mailbox everyday. I did that for awhile, until my niece suggested we run a marathon together for my 40th birthday.
Being a person who loves a good challenge, I agreed. Keep in mind that I had never run more than 5ish miles. I knew NOTHING about training and had NEVER even run a race of ANY distance!!! Nevertheless I was up for the challenge and started training in January 2010 (the year of the blizzards). I read everything I could but still did everything wrong – except buy the right shoes at Charm City Run. Well, that May I crossed the finish line of the Frederick Marathon with my kids there. This remains one of the most poignant moments in my life, as it was forever changed forever.
I was hooked on running! Then Charm City Run entered my life in a different way. They had an opportunity for me to Coach Running. I loved Coaching but running was something I did for myself, alone so I wasn’t so sure about it. That is until I watched my first group of people cross the Bay Bridge Run finish line in 2014. From then on, running was no longer about me but about the people I coached. Sure I still do it. I run EVERYWHERE I can. I’m a lot slower. I seldom run alone anymore. The races I run I’m coaching. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. The people I have met along the way and have had the privilege to Coach have inspired me more than any of them will ever know. Love what you do and you will never work another day in your lifeI am truly blessed!
Follow your coach on Instagram! @dawnlitrentatraining
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 Altra
Description
Are you planning to run a half marathon this next spring? Or another half marathon around the same time? This program is open to everyone from the runner attempting their first endurance event to the repeat competitive runner. Training can be individualized to your experience and goals. The program will prepare to race your best – whether you’re new to long distance running or a seasoned half marathoner.
The group will meet twice a week from February through May – once a week for speed workouts and once a week for long runs. Your expert coach will also provide you with a weekly training plan that will guide your preparation for your target half marathon. Along the way you’ll learn about about increasing your mileage, tempo runs, track workouts, hill workouts, recovery runs, nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, and much more.
Our winter half marathon groups start on February 22nd, 2025 and will target the St. Michael’s Half, Coastal Delaware Half Marathon on April 13th or any other half marathon March through May 2025. Training plans can be adapted to your target race.
*Starting dates may vary by store 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 3-4 miles at one time and are currently running 10-15 miles per week. 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
-
Altra training premiums
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Send an email to our Training Director, Natalie Ferguson, at natalie@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information.
2025 Winter Into Spring Half Marathon Training — Timonium
First Run
Saturday, February 22, 2025Start Time
7:30 amTraining Runs
Every Tuesdays Every SaturdayStart Time
6:30 pm 7:30 am
Sponsored by Altra
Description
Are you planning to run a half marathon this next spring? Or another half marathon around the same time? This program is open to everyone from the runner attempting their first endurance event to the repeat competitive runner. Training can be individualized to your experience and goals. The program will prepare to race your best – whether you’re new to long distance running or a seasoned half marathoner.
The group will meet twice a week from February through May – once a week for speed workouts and once a week for long runs. Your expert coach will also provide you with a weekly training plan that will guide your preparation for your target half marathon. Along the way you’ll learn about about increasing your mileage, tempo runs, track workouts, hill workouts, recovery runs, nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, and much more.
Our winter half marathon groups start on February 22nd, 2025 and will target the St. Michael’s Half, Coastal Delaware Half Marathon on April 13th or any other half marathon March through May 2025. Training plans can be adapted to your target race.
*Starting dates may vary by store 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 3-4 miles at one time and are currently running 10-15 miles per week. 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
-
Altra training premiums
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Send an email to our Training Director, Natalie Ferguson, at natalie@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information.
Share With Friends
Coach: Dawn Litrenta
Meet Our Mid Distance Coach Dawn. My running journey started on a hill (I know shocker). I would run it everyday in middle school. By the time I was in high school, I added 3ish miles to my hill run to stay in shape for sports. College was more of the same. I went to Loyola so I had the pleasure of Cold Spring Hill on the daily.
After College Running pretty much fell out of my life until after child #3. I lived in the perfect neighborhood for running. My neighbor was a runner and of course there was a hill (Thornton Road). She said let’s run together. Sounded like a Great idea! Except I always ran, alone and I hadn’t run in 10ish years. But I was still excited, that was until I quickly found out how out of running shape I had become. I couldn’t make it to the first mailbox on my street! She took off and left me pondering the situation. My goal that day became to run one more mailbox everyday. I did that for awhile, until my niece suggested we run a marathon together for my 40th birthday.
Being a person who loves a good challenge, I agreed. Keep in mind that I had never run more than 5ish miles. I knew NOTHING about training and had NEVER even run a race of ANY distance!!! Nevertheless I was up for the challenge and started training in January 2010 (the year of the blizzards). I read everything I could but still did everything wrong – except buy the right shoes at Charm City Run. Well, that May I crossed the finish line of the Frederick Marathon with my kids there. This remains one of the most poignant moments in my life, as it was forever changed forever.
I was hooked on running! Then Charm City Run entered my life in a different way. They had an opportunity for me to Coach Running. I loved Coaching but running was something I did for myself, alone so I wasn’t so sure about it. That is until I watched my first group of people cross the Bay Bridge Run finish line in 2014. From then on, running was no longer about me but about the people I coached. Sure I still do it. I run EVERYWHERE I can. I’m a lot slower. I seldom run alone anymore. The races I run I’m coaching. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. The people I have met along the way and have had the privilege to Coach have inspired me more than any of them will ever know. Love what you do and you will never work another day in your lifeI am truly blessed!
Follow your coach on Instagram! @dawnlitrentatraining
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.