2021 IN-TRAINING FOR PUBLIX ATLANTA MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON
2021 In-Training for Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon
The In-Training for Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon program is designed for the runners and walkers hoping to improve performance over 26.2 or 13.1 miles and those aiming to complete the distance for the very first time. The program combines structured long runs with additional mid-week workouts to help you reach your goals while training at home, at our midweek workout locations, and together at the Atlanta Track Club headquarters for critical long runs.
New for the 2020-21 program, In-Training for Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon features:
- Certified coaches and volunteer Run Leads to guide you while keeping you accountable
- Training grounded in science and experience guided by Atlanta Track Club's coaching philosophy
- Digital learning opportunities most Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. led by Atlanta's running experts including veteran marathon coaches and racers, medical professionals, and elite athletes
- Additional customized training levels to meet your fitness and experience
- Deals and discounts from running specialty stores and sponsors
- Daily text/email reminders of workouts powered by Final Surge
- Online platforms to build community and camaraderie
This training program is intended for both veterans and beginners. For those attempting the distance for the first time, we recommend that marathon participants have consistently been training 15 or more miles per week and recently completed a long workout of at least 9-10 miles. We recommend that first time half marathon participants have been consistently training 10 or more miles per week and recently completed a long workout of 4 miles or more.
Note: This In-Training program does not include entry into the Publix Atlanta Marathon or Half Marathon.
In some cases, the program may be shortened for late registrants. Please email training@atlantatrackclub.org if you are interested in training with Atlanta Track Club but need to reduce the length of the program.
As a result of COVID, In-Training for Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon is a hybrid of our traditional training programs. It can be conducted virtually or a participant may join the in-person, midweek, small group workouts and informal long runs. Only three Saturday long runs will be conducted as a group and they will be less structured. In each case, the group workouts will be conducted exclusively outdoors and with mitigation efforts in place.
DATE & TIME
First Practice:
- 11/23 -Marathon
- 12/7 - Half Marathon
LOCATION
- Anywhere
DISTANCE
- Marathon - 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
COST
- $105 - Marathon
- $90 - Half Marathon ($30 per month)
TIMELINE
November 1
Registration opens
November 17
Marathon orientation
November 23
Marathon training begins
December 1
Half marathon orientation
December 7
Half marathon training begins
January 6
In-person midweek workouts begin
January 9
In-person group long run
January 23
In-person group long run
February 13
In-person group long run
February 28
Race day!
LOCATIONS
Wednesday Workout Locations:
Participants can attend any of the Wednesday locations. Please see newsletter for the specific details. Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm up and stretch.
- Decatur, East Lake Marta Station (West Howard side), 2260 College Ave, Wednesdays - 6:30 p.m.
- Fowler Park, Cumming, Wednesdays - 6:00 p.m.
- Peachtree Middle School, Track, Dunwoody, Wednesdays - 5:30 p.m.
- Piedmont Park with Coach Amy, Active Oval, Wednesdays - 5:45 p.m.
- Piedmont Park, Active Oval, Thursdays - 6:00 a.m.
- Riverside Park, Roswell, Wednesdays - 6:30 a.m.
- Silver Comet Trail, Nickajack Elementary Trailhead, TBD
- Swift Cantrell Park, Flag Poles, Kennesaw, TBD
- More to be added soon!
- Long Run Location: Atlanta Track Club Headquarters, 201 Armour Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324; January 9, January 23, and February 13 only.
Locations subject to change based on demand and participation.
COST
Marathon - $105.00, Half marathon - $90.00 ($30.00 per month), virtual training with in-person components
- Refund Policy: Virtual training registration is non-refundable and non-transferable
ORIENTATION
We will kick off the program with an hour long online orientation in which Coach Amy will discuss the program's routines and expectations, explain Final Surge and its benefits, and answer your training questions. Marathon - Tuesday, 11/17 at 7:00 p.m., Half marathon - Tuesday 12/1 at 7:00 p.m..
COACHES
Amy Begley, Atlanta Track Club, Lead Coach - In-Training Programs, Lead Coach - Olympic Development Team, 2008 Olympian - 10,000m Eric Heintz, Atlanta Track Club, Director - High Performance Nick Del Guercio, Atlanta Track Club, Assistant Coach - In-Training Programs, Lead Coach - Youth Programs
EDUCATIONAL TOPICS
- Footwear
- Nutrition and hydration
- Injury prevention
- Prehab/rehab
- Recovery
- Goal setting
- Race day nerves
- Course strategy
- Sports bra basics
- Heart rate training and effort-based training
GUESTS AND SPEAKERS
- Alissa Pallidino, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT
- Dr. Josh Glass, CCSP, Georgia Sports Chiropractic
- Dr. Kacy Senders, PT, DPT, OCS, Precision Performance and Therapy
- Kelsey Smith, MS, RDN, LD
- Dr. Perry Julien, DPM, Atlanta Foot and Ankle Center
- Veteran Run Leads
- Atlanta Track Club coaches
- Mizuno
- Fleet Feet - Decatur
- West Stride and more!
Frequently Asked Questions
Technology
I am not technologically savvy. Will I be trained on how to use all of the digital tools in the program?
Yes! Orientation, online videos, downloadable documents, and more will take you through the process step-by-step to maximize your experience.
Customization and Coaching
What do you mean by customized or individualized coaching?
The program offers a variety of training levels based on mileage, experience, and goals. The program also provides the tools to customize your paces for easy runs and walks in addition to harder workouts such as tempos and speedwork. Participants have the ability to move training days based on their work and life schedules. While a certified coach will look after your training and keep you accountable, it is not a personal coaching program with unlimited access to the coach.
Are there opportunities for interactions with coaches?
Yes! Tuesday evenings often feature online education sessions including opportunities for questions and answers. Coaches and Run Leads, experienced volunteers who assist with the program, are also present at midweek workout locations for in-person conversations. Your coach will also be available through email any time and in certain circumstances by phone.
Will I be able to schedule weekly one-on-one calls with my coach?
No, but you do you have digital correspondence and access at midweek workouts, online educational sessions and our informal, in-person long runs.
Group Training
Are group interval/speedwork sessions included with this program?
Yes! Our midweek workouts will begin January 6 at locations around Atlanta.
Are supported, group long runs sponsored by Atlanta Track Club included with this program?
Yes; however, they will look and feel a bit different from the past. Three informal group long runs will take place but not all paces may be supported and we will be meeting outdoors only. Many participants also meet at a variety of locations throughout the Atlanta metro area for informal group long runs and our private Facebook group and newsletter will help facilitate these workouts. When CDC recommendations change and the time is right our more structured, weekly group long runs will begin again.
General
MEMBERSHIP
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