Running Programs
Group Run Training Programs
Whether you're a beginner, an intermediate or an advanced runner or walker, our group running training programs will get you to the finish line. Check out our testimonials!
Train with us for the following programs (click on the link for all the details!).
Spring Half Marathon Group
Chicago Rock and Roll Half Marathon
Hot Chocolate 15k
Weekly Group Runs
HOT CHOCOLATE 15k Group Training 
In 8 weeks, the coaches from Max Multisport will lead you to successfully train and finish this popular (and delicious) 15k event in Chicago. (Did we mention the chocolate at the finish?) We train as a group twice weekly and use pace and heart rate training so that all participants increase their fitness and running performance.
This program is for beginner/intermediate and intermediate runners. (If you have run a 5k this summer, you are ready to train with us for a 15k.)
What's Included:
- 8-week training program and online log with videos and tips
- Two group workouts weekly led by professional, certified coaches
- Training program for non-group workout days
- Weekly coach e-mails with running tips
- Coaching on proper running technique and biomechanics
- Assessments of your running improvement: heart rate, speed and distance
- Guidance on strength and core workouts, clothing, shoes and more!
- Injury prevention and flexibility tips from AthletiCo
- Mental skills for race success
- Discounts to area stores for running gear related purchases
- Max Multisport water bottle and signature Max Girl dri-fit shirt
- Communication with coaches via e-mail and phone
Please note, race entry is not included in the training program- sign up soon, the race fills fast!
Location |
Chicago Lakefront & North Park University Track |
Registration |
Times |
6:30 p.m. |
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Dates |
Join us in September 2010 Tuesdays and Thursdays |
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Program Fee |
$159 new members $145 returning members |
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Extra's |
Kickoff location on Sept. 8 TBD First night will be a run and information session |
Spring Half Marathon Training Program 
Prepare by training in Chicago this spring, and run in the Festival 500 or the Chicago Spring Half in May! You will stay healthy, fit and drop those winter pounds with our 10-week run training program. Our half marathon training program is geared toward the Chicago Spring Half on May 16 (race entry not included in program). Our program uses Heart Zones Training and training with a heart rate monitor as its core concepts of training. We will teach you how to use Heart Rate Training and incorporate it into your overall run program.
The program is great for beginner to advanced runners. You will learn all the in's and out's of effective running technique, injury prevention, clothing, nutrition and more in this comprehensive training program. We keep the size of our programs small to provide maximum coaching to each individual! See what others had to say about our programs.
Included:
- 10-week training program and online log with videos to enhance learning
- Two group workouts weekly led by professional, certified coaches
- Training program for non-group workout days
- Weekly e-mails with running tips and advice
- Q & A at workout sessions and via email at anytime with coaches
- Coaching on proper running technique and biomechanics
- Assessments of your running improvement: heart rate, speed and distance
- Guidance on strength and core workouts, clothing, shoes and more!
- Injury prevention and flexibility tips from AthletiCo
- Two programs to choose from: beginner & advanced
- Mental skills for race success
- Discounts to area stores for running gear related purchases and nationwide sponsors
- Luna Sport Products at every workout
- Max Multisport water bottle and winter beanie with embroidered girl logo!
- Communication with coaches via e-mail and phone
Download the training schedule for the training program
Location |
Element Multisport (Tuesdays) Chicago Lakefront (weekends) |
Registration |
Dates |
Tuesdays & Sundays March 8-May 16 |
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Times |
Tuesdays: 6:30 pm Sundays: 8:30 am |
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Program Fee |
$169 returning members $189 new members |
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Extra's |
Full Training Schedule/Locations
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Rock and Roll Half Marathon Training Program
In only 10 weeks, you can train to finish a half marathon. Our half marathon training program is geared toward the Chicago Rock and Roll Half Marathon in August 2010. Our program uses Heart Zones Training and training with a heart rate monitor as its core concepts of training. We will teach you how to use Heart Rate Training and incorporate it into your overall cardiovascular program. The program is great for beginner to advanced runners. View our testimonials to hear what others have said about our run training programs.
Overiew of Program and Sample Week
Athlete Documents (current participants)
Included:
- 10-week training program and personal online log
- Two group workouts weekly led by professional, certified coaches
- Training program for non-group workout days
- Weekly e-mails with running tips and advice
- Coaching on proper running technique and biomechanics
- Assessments of your running improvement: heart rate, speed and distance
- Guidance on strength, flexibility, core workouts, clothing, shoes and more!
- Two programs to choose from: beginner/intermediate or advanced
- Mental tips and skills for race success
- Discounts to local and national sponsors for running gear related purchases
- $10.00 off race entry
- Max Multisport water bottle and dri-fit shirt
- Communication with coaches via e-mail and phone
Workout
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Lincoln Square Fleet Feet Sports, |
Registration |
Dates |
Tuesdays and Saturdays Starts May 24 through |
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Times |
Tuesdays 6:15 pm |
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Program Fee |
$189.00 first time registrant $169.00 returning Max athletes |
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More Info |
Register before April 1, get the early bird rate of $169.00 Mandatory kickoff meeting TBA |
"I just wanted to send a quick thanks and let you know how much I enjoyed the training group. I was woefully out of shape before the program began and was able to meet my goals on race day. I appreciate all of the tips, coaching and support!"-Marian
"I am so glad I signed up for the 15K training group. I only just started running in March of this year. At that point it was a victory for me to even run 1 mile. Now I've run 9.3! And I want to go for 13 in January by using your 1/2 Marathon training. The group was fun, introduced me to interesting girls who have similar goals and are all going for one thing...to complete a 9 mile run.
Can't wait to run some more!" :)-Patti
"I met my goal of finishing the race and improving on my running. I learned about pacing myself and testing for my threshold. I'm very excited with the tools that I learned and as a newbie runner, I know that I have much more to learn." -Elvia
"The Hot Chocolate event was awesome, I had so much fun...I still can't believe I finished and didn't walk once. I am still dumb founded that I am actually somewhat athletic and so happy I found you because I love this new addiction of mine...not to mention the muscles that keep popping up and surprising me. Training with you has totally changed me for the good...in terms of attitude, happiness and the fact that I look sooo much better in bike shorts now than when I first started."-Lauren
"I can't believe it's been over a week since my 1/2 marathon. Despite some of the challenges I faced in this training group (weather, not really feeling 100%, being away for 2 weeks), I did feel well prepared for this race when the time came to run. Overall, I ran easy and comfortably and when things felt challenging, I was able to draw on the advice and tips that coaches shared during the training. I knew I had put in the miles and that in the end it would pay off and it did.
I did race in intervals (10:00 minutes on and 1:00 minute off) and that felt good. I felt well prepared to finish the race. Good nutrition. The right clothes. The knowledge about heart rate training.
I've really enjoyed training with Max Multisport....this was my 4th group training and I am sure I'll be back for more. Between the group accountability, the sound workout plans, the access to good advice and coaching and the extra encouragement you sometimes need to achieve your goals, I think Max does a great job of helping women get from the start line to the finish line while having a lot of fun along the way."-Katy
Athlete Documents for Training Program
Instructions for Workoutlog.com
