Get Ready to Run! 5K Training Program (Fall Session)
About this race
Saturday sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and Thursday sessions begin at 6 p.m. Both sessions meet at Fleet Feet Glastonbury, 63 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury, CT unless otherwise noted. As part of the structure of the program, a third "homework run" is recommended that fits your schedule. We will provide recommendations and best practices regarding these runs throughout the session. Training will be held rain (unless there is thunder & lightning) or shine. Weekly emails will be provided with details on the goals you should have for the current week.
Participants will train at the pace that they feel comfortable with to achieve their weekly goals. This training is about YOU accomplishing YOUR goal of completing the 5k distance at YOUR own pace. Various coaches will be spread throughout the group to support ALL pace levels. All coaches are previous graduates of the program and/or current members of the Glastonbury River Runners! Additional training segments on your own (or with a friend) are recommended. Doing the suggested workouts is what will help you successfully reach your goal. Our training program includes FREE entry into our Race To Fill The Pantry 5K on Sunday November 15th from Riverfront Park in Glastonbury. Celebrate completing the journey with friends! All you have to do is register, show up, and we will get you to the finish!
The GRR Family looks forward to getting to know you, supporting you and cheering you on as you cross that finish line! To better keep the group focused and assure we have the proper amount of coaches to assist you along the way, registration for this session is limited to 50 runners. Get your spot early! As with any exercise program please consult with your physician prior to beginning. Our $50 (less than $3 per session!) Package Includes- -Training at experience level
-Great GRR Running Swag!
-Race entry to the Fleet Feet Race to Fill the Pantry 5K
-Discounts at Fleet Feet throughoout the program
-Presentations by various specialists in the health and fitness field during the program
-Opportunity for socializing with fellow runners after each session
-GRR Club Membership through 12/31.
-Private FB page for Club Members only
-Private emails for varied distance runs and outing opportunities after runs
The Joy is in the Journey! Jason Marshall Executive Director Glastonbury River Runners
Contact Me with any questions/concerns about the program: CONTACT ME
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Get Ready to RUN! 5K Training Program (includes full club membership through 12/31/2026!)
NO STROLLERS, DOGS, BIKES OR HEAD PHONES! Safety first please! Package includes- -Training at experience level -Great GRR Running Schwag- courtesty of our friends at SoundRunner -Race entry to the CT Trial Firm Race to Fill the Pantry 5K on November 3rd! -10% Discount at SoundRunner for the length of the program (including a special 20% off day during the program!) -Presentations by various specialists in the health and fitness field during the program -Opportunity for socializing with fellow runners after each session
Typical race-day weather
Based on 7 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Glastonbury, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:20 AM and sets at 7:17 PM local time (EDT) in Glastonbury on September 5, 2026 — 12h 56m of daylight.
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- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 7 Glastonbury events
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