Fleet Feet Roanoke and Blue Ridge Racing are the official training partners of the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon. This allows us to offer Virtual Training for those anywhere in the world, and in-person, local training for runners in the “540” area. Commit to training right and gain the tools needed to successfully cross the finish line on race day.
VIRTUAL TRAINING PROGRAMS
Schedule runs and training on your schedule with a virtual training program that’s designed for the Blue Ridge. All virtual training comes with a custom plan with modification options for beginner, intermediate, and advanced runners. There is also a modification for “flat-landers” or people who plan to run on a treadmill.
The training program includes a private Facebook group for community support, weekly Zoom live Q&A with the race director and other trainers, a weekly newsletter with custom topics, instructional videos on technique and race planning skills, plus a race weekend meet-up and photo.
VIRTUAL FULL MARATHON TRAINING (26.2)
Start Date: Monday, January 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024
Goal Race: Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Cost: $65
Training Length: 16 weeks
Learn More: Virtual Full Marathon Training Details
Registration: Closed
Registration Deadline: Sunday, January 14, 2024 (midnight)
VIRTUAL HALF MARATHON TRAINING (13.1)
Start Date: Monday, January 15, 2024
End Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024
Goal Race: Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon
Cost: $50
Training Length: 14 weeks
Learn More: Virtual Half Marathon Training Details
Registration: Closed
Registration Deadline: Sunday, January 28, 2024 (midnight)
Epic Challenge, Beautiful Views, A Music Festival, Slow-K Recovery Fun Run, and More!
FLEET FEET LOCAL TRAINING PROGRAMS
The Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge in-person training groups are organized by Fleet Feet Roanoke. These programs are for runners AND run/walkers looking for structure and support while training. Their mentors and resources will help you reach your personal training goals.
Included with registration for the program is a Saturday morning long run AND Tuesday/Thursday evening workouts. Contact Coach Pat for further details and questions: coachpat@fleetfeetroanoke.com.
FULL MARATHON GROUP:
Start Date: January 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, April 20 (race day!)
Goal Race: Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Cost: Pay what you can!
Program Schedule: 16 Weeks – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
More Info & Registration: https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/roanoke/marathon
HALF MARATHON GROUP:
Start Date: January 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, April 20 (race day!)
Goal Race: Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon
Cost: Pay what you can!
Program Schedule: 16 Weeks – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
More Info & Registration: https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/roanoke/half
10K GROUP:
Start Date: January 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, April 20 (race day!)
Goal Race: Anthem Star – 10K
Cost: Pay what you can!
Program Schedule: 16 Weeks – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
More Info & Registration: https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/roanoke/10kfinish
FLEET FEET TRAINING PERKS:
- Weekly newsletters from the Training Coordinator filled with motivation and training advice.
- Access to a private Facebook group for all Spring 2024 participants to share their progress through the whole week.
- Access to store discounts worth over $100 plus and a store gear night with additional discounts.
- Two training clinics focused on further training and advice for race day.
- A Spring 2024 training shirt to rep on race day.
- An end of season party to celebrate your achievement.
- MOST IMPORTANT: being in a group where you will be known by name, treated like family and looked after by people who are truly invested in your success and happiness! We’re your new training family. Welcome to your new training family, what else are you waiting for?!
Virtual training programs are brought to you in partnership with Blue Ridge Racing. BRR is the race management company that manages the on-course logistics of the Blue Ridge Marathon. With an intimate knowledge of the course, experience racing 5Ks to ultras and a passion for running, owners Molly & Matt Bullington are able to guide runners safely and effectively to reach their training goals for the Blue Ridge Marathon & Half Marathon.
Fleet Feet Roanoke has been voted one of the top running stores in the country more than once. Their mission is to be a welcoming and inclusive organization that inspires, motivates and improves the quality of life for the community we serve. Over the past 15+ years they have successfully trained thousands of people to achieve their personal fitness goals. They have the best mentors and resources, and look forward to training you.
Fleet Feet donates 50% of your training fee to the Roanoke Outside Foundation! The foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization whose mission to make outdoor activity and environmental stewardship a core component of our community’s lifestyle, and improve the quality of life for all throughout the Roanoke Region of Virginia. The manage events including the Blue Ridge Marathon, Down by Downtown Music Festival, Go Cross Cyclocross Race, GO Outside Festival — and all proceeds of these events build assets (trails, river access, bathrooms, campgrounds, etc.) and awareness of the Roanoke Region.
