DTC Spring Training Programs

Dayton Track Club Training Program: Marathon, Half Marathon

Are you looking to train with others for a half or full marathon? Did you sign up for a race but don’t know where to start training? Our training program could be perfect for you!

Whether it be for a full marathon or half, training takes tremendous motivation and effort but YOU CAN DO IT!  This program is designed for everyone from novice to advanced runners and everything in between!   Dayton Track Club has professional knowledge and tools to help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be.  EVERYONE is welcomed to train with DTC and we will have different pace groups accordingly.

Throughout a 15-week period you will not only be able to successfully complete your race distance but you will also learn about proper running nutrition, injury prevention and management, improve your overall health and fitness, all while making running an enjoyable and important part of your daily lifestyle.

Head Coach: Charles Rodeheffer, M.A. in Athletic Coaching, NCAA assistant track & field/XC coach specializing in distance running, 6 years of individualized coaching experience

Dates: 1/25 through the day of your spring race (open enrollment after the start date)

Days: Wednesday evenings and Sunday Mornings

Where: Centrally located running spots in the Dayton area (i.e. Lane Stadium, bike path by Carillon, etc.)

Cost: $100 (20% discount for paid Dayton Track Club members - join today for $25!)

What you get:

• 15-week training plan (provided in advance of the program, then tailored individually once we get started)
• Two group runs per week (Wednesdays PM and Sundays AM)
• Supported runs (pace coaches and on-course fluids)
• Access to dietitian and strength coach
• Supplemental information on injury prevention
• Technical running shirt
• Feetures techincal running socks
• $25 Runners Plus gift card
• Professional gait-analysis
• Weekly newsletter with all details for the week’s activities
• A community of runners that feels like family
• Note: Does not include a race entry