Abe's Army
- Date Mon 1st June 2026 - Sun 23rd August 2026
- Time 5:45PM CDT
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Join us for Abe's Army, an exhilarating 12-week program designed to help runners and walkers of all abilities achieve their best finish at the highly anticipated Abe's Amble 5K/10K in August! Kicking off on June 1, 2026, in the beautiful city of Springfield, Sangamon, this program is perfect for everyone looking to enhance their running journey. Participants will receive expert training advice, supportive leaders, and the chance to make new friends along the way.
The program culminates at the Abe's Amble race weekend, where you can showcase your hard work on race day. Registration includes a stylish performance tech shirt, a personalized training plan, race entry, and even a finisher's medal! Families are welcome, with children under 16 encouraged to join with parental supervision. Plus, enjoy perks like a catered picnic, medical advice, and a discount at the local running center. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of Abe's Army—register early to secure your spot and guarantee your shirt!
The program culminates at the Abe's Amble race weekend, where you can showcase your hard work on race day. Registration includes a stylish performance tech shirt, a personalized training plan, race entry, and even a finisher's medal! Families are welcome, with children under 16 encouraged to join with parental supervision. Plus, enjoy perks like a catered picnic, medical advice, and a discount at the local running center. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of Abe's Army—register early to secure your spot and guarantee your shirt!
Organiser's Description
ABE'S ARMY IS A 12 WEEK PROGRAM TO GET RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL ABILITIES TO THEIR BEST FINISH AT ABE'S AMBLE 5K/10K IN AUGUST. YOU MUST BE A SRRC MEMBER TO JOIN, THE OPTION TO JOIN THE CLUB IS INCLUDED IN THIS REGISTRATION. THE PROGRAM STARTS JUNE 1, 2026 AND RUNS THROUGH RACE DAY. AN ORIENTATION WILL BE HELD ON MAY 18, 2026 FOR PACKET PICK-UP, EXPECTATIONS, AND TO ANSWER QUESTIONS. REGISTER EARLY TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT!
CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 ARE WELCOME TO JOIN; HOWEVER, THEY MUST BE UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PARENT/GUARDIAN AND WILL BE ASSIGNED TO THE SAME GROUP.
ABE'S ARMY REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
* Supportive leaders, training advice and new running friends!
* Abe's Army performance tech shirt
* Training plan and printable log sheet
* Race entry for Abe's Amble 5k/10k
* Finisher's medal for Abe's Amble AND Abe's Army
* Access to professional medical advice related to running
* Water stops for Monday training runs
* Access to Abe's Army online training Facebook group
* End-of-season catered picnic in the park
* 10% Discount at Springfield Running Center during the program
CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 ARE WELCOME TO JOIN; HOWEVER, THEY MUST BE UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PARENT/GUARDIAN AND WILL BE ASSIGNED TO THE SAME GROUP.
ABE'S ARMY REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
* Supportive leaders, training advice and new running friends!
* Abe's Army performance tech shirt
* Training plan and printable log sheet
* Race entry for Abe's Amble 5k/10k
* Finisher's medal for Abe's Amble AND Abe's Army
* Access to professional medical advice related to running
* Water stops for Monday training runs
* Access to Abe's Army online training Facebook group
* End-of-season catered picnic in the park
* 10% Discount at Springfield Running Center during the program
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801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, 62702, IL, United States
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