Marathoner in Training (MIT) 2025

  • Date Sat 4th January 2025 - Sun 19th October 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Lewis Center, Ohio
  • Price Free - $255.40
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating journey with the Marathoner in Training (MIT) program, kicking off on January 4, 2025, in Lewis Center, Delaware! This dynamic training initiative runs through October 19, 2025, offering both beginner and advanced runners a supportive and inclusive community to achieve their half and full marathon goals. Participants will enjoy weekly long runs and GRIT workouts, tailored to various experience levels, ensuring everyone finds their pace and motivation.

Join a thriving community of runners as you prepare for exciting races, including the Cap City Half Marathon and Glass City Marathon in the Spring, and the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half & Full Marathon in the Fall. With expert coaching, hydration support, and exclusive member benefits, the MIT program is designed to inspire and empower you to reach your personal best. Donโ€™t miss this chance to transform your running experience and connect with fellow athletes!

Organiser's Description

MIT MISSION:
We Motivate, Inspire, and Train runners and walkers to reach their half or full marathon goals while creating a safe, uplifting and inclusive community where people thrive.

MIT 2025 MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & DATES:

MIT ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP (BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE TRAINING PROGRAM) - January 4th - October 19th, 2025
EDGE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP (ADVANCED TRAINING PROGRAM) - January 4th - October 19th, 2025 (See FAQ for more information on EDGE eligibility).
WINTER/SPRING TRAINING SEASON - January 4th - April 27, 2025
SUMMER/FALL TRAINING SEASON - June 21st - October 19th, 2025

WEEKLY WORKOUTS:
Saturdays - LONG RUNS
Wednesday - GRIT WORKOUTS (Track, Hills, & Interval Work)

DESCRIPTION:
Group half & full marathon training program for Cap City Half Marathon and Glass City Marathon (Winter/Spring) Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Half & Full Marathon (Summer/Fall).

RUN LOCATIONS:
Varying workout locations centrally located in Columbus, OH (Downtown, Clintonville, Upper Arlington) and surrounding suburbs (Worthington, Lewis Center, Westerville, Gahanna, etc.)

Overview:
Half & Full Marathon training is challenging, but Fleet Feet Columbuss MIT (Marathoner-in-Training) will provide you the support, community, and accountability you need to reach the finish line.

In 2024, MIT trained over 700 runners and walkers for their Spring and Fall races, and we are so excited to support our next cohort of athletes in 2025.

As Columbuss premier group training program, MIT has helped tens of thousands of runners and walkers successfully complete their goals. Whether youre new to this whole running thing or an experienced marathoner, our program provides training programs to meet you where youre at.

At MIT, youll never have to go it alone. Your pace group coaches and fellow participants will motivate, inspire, and empower you to become a version of yourself that can accomplish anything you set your mind to.

Your MIT training program is led by experienced coaches and mentors who have years of proven racing and coaching success.

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

* 6-week, Pre-Season Guide to help prepare you for the training season.

* 18-week training plan* with 4 different experience level options (Beginner, Intermediate, and EDGE Advanced Program) - (Sent via email 6 weeks prior to MIT Season kickoffs)

* Weekly educational & motivational newsletters with content curated by our team of coaches and top-tier medical professionals

* 2 in-person group training runs per week

* Saturday Long Runs - Saturday morning at 8:00am led by pace groups for sub 8:00 to 12:00 pace/per mile run, 11:30-14:00 pace/per mile run/walk, or 15:00-17:00 pace/per mile WALK.

* GRIT Workouts (Wednesdays). These in-person, coach-led workouts focus on building grit, speed, and strength. Workout types include track workouts, hill repeats, interval runs, etc.

* Hydration support at group workouts (Water & Gatorade Endurance)

* Exclusive discounts on Fleet Feet Races & M3S Races

* Race Day Perks

* Fit For Life Physical Therapy Injury Hotline, 48-Hour Care Guarantee

* Mid-season social events and volunteer opportunities

* 10% off at all Fleet Feet Columbus Retail Store Locations

_*Training plan adjustments for other Spring and Fall Marathons are available by request. Email [email protected]. _

MIT SWAG
Seasonal Members will receive their choice of a tech shirt or tech singlet.
Annual members (MIT & EDGE) receive a cozy MIT Sweatshirt AND their choice of a tech shirt or tech singlet.

SPRING DATES
January 2nd: MIT Info Session at Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse - 6:00pm.
January 4th: MIT Winter/Spring Training Kickoff Run & Celebration
January 8th: First Group GRIT Track Workout
April 26th: Cap City Half Marathon
April 27th: Glass City Half & Full Marathon


KICK OFF IS ON JANUARY 4TH AT FLEET FEET LEWIS CENTER!

Races

  • MIT Winter/Spring 2025: Seasonal Membership

    Incl. $8.80 Fee & Tech Singlet or Tech Shirt

    Sat 4th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $138.80

  • MIT: 2025 Annual Membership

    Incl. $15.40 Fee & Tech Singlet or Tech Shirt

    Sat 4th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $255.40

  • EDGE - Advanced Training Program: 2025 Annual Membership

    Incl. $15.40 Fee & Tech Singlet or Tech Shirt

    Sat 4th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $255.40

    What is EDGE? EDGE is an advanced training program designed to provide exceptionally talented and dedicated runners with the focused, intense training needed to push them to the edge of their running potential. Whether it's qualifying for World Majors like the Boston Marathon or achieving the prestigious goal of a sub 3:00 hour marathon, EDGE is committed to helping experienced runners realize their fullest potential. EDGE REQUIREMENTS: EDGE is for experienced full marathoners with the following time goals: Sub 3:00, Sub 3:30, and Sub 4:00. EDGE athletes hold a minimum base of ~35-40 miles/week. EDGE athletes run 6 days per week. EDGE athletes peak between 65-100 miles per week (depending on individual goals).
  • MIT Summer/Fall 2025: Seasonal Membership

    Incl. $8.80 Fee & Tech Singlet or Tech Shirt

    Sat 21st June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $138.80

    OPENS SOON
  • Mit Coaches Only - 2025

    Incl. Tech Singlet or Tech Shirt

    Sat 4th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    Free

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