Let's Train!
Join Pacers Running for a 10-week half marathon training plan for runners of all skill levels, including new runners. The training program will culminate in the PNC Alexandria Half Marathon on April 26, 2026! It's never too late to join in ....
ELEMENTS OF THE PLAN
3 weekly planned runs: Pacers Social Runs in DC or Virginia, Pacers Track in DC or Virginia, and Saturdays on your own!
Our social runs begin at 6:30 pm and are held at:
Pacers 14th Street on Monday
Pacers Navy Yard on Tuesday
Pacers Alexandria on Thursday, and
Pacers Clarendon on Thursday
Pacers Track workouts are held at Washington Liberty High School in Virginia on Tuesday, and
Banneker Community Track in DC on Thursday.
Social runs are focused on base mileage: easy to moderate pace runs emphasizing on building an endurance base.
Track workouts: focused on gaining speed and really challenging ourselves on shorter intervals! (your goal race pace and FASTER!)
Saturday runs: on your own and will continue to help you build a base to get to your half marathon goal – whether that is finishing your half marathon or a new PR!