Get race ready with our NYC Marathon Training Program! Our 19-week fully customized group training program will have you feeling confident as you toe the line and feeling proud when you cross the finish line.
Perfect for the NYC Marathon, Chicago Marathon, Philly Marathon or any other marathon taking place in October/November.
Reserve your spot • $699*This program is not associated with NYRR.
Personalized training plan designed for your goals
Outdoor group runs + paced long runs
57 total / 3 per week
Strength and nutrition guidance
Direct coach access throughout your training
In-studio classes
19 credits / 1 per week
Weekly check-ins to keep you motivated
Developed by your dedicated Mile High Coach based on your current abilities. Designed for your race and your goals. Begins 7/1 with 1 week of on-your-own base building (can be done anywhere). Group training begins 7/10.
Who will act as your main point of contact throughout your training to answer any questions you may have and/or make any adjustments to your plan as needed.
State of the art software to manage your plan throughout training. Syncs across platforms like Garmin, Strava, STRYD, etc., Provides workout and target zone analysis, and fosters collaboration / communication.
1 indoor class per week in case of inclement weather or if you are unable to make some of the outdoor runs.
3 outdoor runs per week of group training
Mondays 7:00 PM - East River Track Session
Thursdays 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM - East River Track Session (you choose)
Saturdays 8:30 AM @ UES Studio- Central Park Long Run with Pacers
For questions on running form and mechanics, race strategy, specific injuries, and/or individual training issues
The support, motivation + accountability of expert coaches, pacers and runners like you
6-8 pacers to support all levels and speeds, educational workshops, exclusive discount at finish line PT, and use of MHRC studio facilities, including showers, lockers and towels for all runs
19 week, day-by-day training plan that can be tailored for any Fall Marathon in October/November.
Program begins with 1 week of on-your-own base building— can be done anywhere you are
Group training officially begins with 3 outdoor runs per week of group training
These are the 3 tenets of our proven formula to make you feel confident, prepared and ready on race day— and yes, you need all three!
A cookie cutter plan you found on the internet does not take your goals, your history, or your condition into account. It does not take you into account. We do all that and then we design a day-by-day road map to take you from where you are to where you want to be. You and your goals aren't cookie cutter, your marathon training shouldn't be either.
Not only will your training plan be specifically designed specifically for you, but you will have the support and expertise of world class run coaches, pacers and experts of the distance throughout your training. You are not training for a 5K, it is very likely that something comes up somewhere along the way. You can feel confident and secure that, from start to finish, you will have a team of experts able to adjust your program and get you to the finish line safely and effectively.
Studies show that athletes are more motivated, push themselves harder and are more likely to keep showing up when training with a group. Marathon training doesn't have to be a long and lonesome grind, it can be a meaningful and memorable experience of camaraderie and working toward a shared goal. And not only is it more fun that way, but it is actually more effective.
This was my first race and I was SCARED! But my plan took all the guesswork out and everyone was super experienced and eager to help me throughout the program. I couldn't believe it, but I ACTUALLY did feel confident come race day.”
Becky
When you sign up, you will receive a questionnaire that will ask you to provide details, such as your running/race history, current pace, goals, history of injuries, what race you’re doing, etc. Your coach will then use this information to craft a training plan specifically designed to take you from your current level to the goal you laid out for yourself. As the program progresses, he will continually adjust your training plan to ensure that it is still the right course of action for you. Each week, you will have three outdoor runs with the training group on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Mondays will be mostly dedicated to drills, form, and strength, while Thursdays will be dedicated to speed workouts. The Saturday long run varies depending on the miles you will be running that day, as well as the pace you are running. On the days you do not have an outdoor run with the group, you will have training to do on your own specific to you and your plan.
This program welcomes runners of all levels! The program will be tailored to your specific level and goal and we offer pacing groups up to 11:30 / mile. You will be sent a questionnaire upon signing up, which will help your coach design a plan for you to reach your goal. While we welcome all runners, we also assume a certain level of reality and expect that you will be willing to put the work in necessary to achieve your goal. In other words, you cannot take your training casually and expect to achieve an "advanced runner" goal.
We do not have a base mileage requirement. That said, in general, those that get the most out of past years' programs were able to run five miles continuously by week one.
Our pacers will range from 8:00 to 11:30 minutes per mile. We will adjust pace groups as needed based on who is in the program.
The runs will take place outdoors three times per week. The Monday sessions will meet at the East River Track at 7 PM with Coach Yusuf. On Thursdays, you have the option to join the AM or PM track sessions. Thursday AM sessions will meet at the East River Track at 7 AM with Coach Linda. Thursday PM sessions will meet at the East River Track at 7 PM with Coach Yusuf. The Saturday long run sessions will leave from our UES studio at 8 AM. You will receive a detailed email in advance of every run, outlining what your session entails, so you will never be taken by surprise and will be able to plan accordingly. Should you miss a session, we will adjust your plan not to impact your training.
You can expect the Monday and Thursday sessions to last for approximately 90 minutes. Mondays will be mostly dedicated to drills, form, and strength, while Thursdays will be dedicated to speed workouts. The Saturday long run varies depending on the miles you will be running that day, as well as the pace you are running. The sessions vary per week, but generally, you can think of it this way: on Mondays, we get strong, on Thursdays, we get fast, and on Saturdays, we go the distance and build endurance!
Should you miss a session, no need to worry, a substitute session will be recommended in the weekly email you receive.
The program includes 19 indoor class credits. We recommend you use these credits when you can’t make one of the outdoor runs or when bad weather causes an outdoor session to be canceled. If you are selecting the payment plan please carefully read the payment and installment details on the purchase page for timing.
Our goal is to get you stronger first and then build the speed, so the pace isn’t the primary concern in the early days. We certainly try to accommodate all levels and runners and offer pace groups up through an 11:30-minute mile. Our pacers are really wonderful and will help you along your journey. ur training plans are formatted in such a way that you will quickly get up to speed!
It is totally natural to be nervous! The choice to run a marathon is an undertaking that requires enormous commitment, strength, and courage. That said, we guarantee that we will have you feeling 100% prepared for race day. Once you sign up, you will receive a survey to help your coach create a customized plan for you. Keep in mind that it is a working plan and can be adjusted as you progress in the program. Our goal is to get you to the starting line healthy, strong, and confident. You will be nervous and feel butterflies on race day, but you will also be extremely prepared and ready.
Since your coach customizes each plan, you will have the opportunity to make him aware of your upcoming plans in your questionnaire. The plan is created for you to progress every week; that said, you will not have heavy mileage the first week, nor will the speed work be too aggressive. We will work with you and provide the necessary adjustments to your training throughout the program so that you do not suffer a setback.
We understand that time is one of the rarest commodities for all of us, but our number one concern is to make sure you show up on race day injury-free and 100% prepared. If you cannot commit to six days some weeks, then we can definitely work with that, but if you are unable to commit to six days every week, we would recommend a different program. Note: In total, your training plan will consist of six days of training per week. You will have three days of scheduled group runs, three days of on-your-own work and strength training, and one day of recovery.