NEXT STEP Performance Training Team
- Date Sat 21st November 2026 - Sat 6th March 2027
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Price $120.00 - $140.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Join the excitement of the NEXT STEP Performance Training Team as they gear up for an incredible journey toward the Myrtle Beach Full and Half Marathon on March 6, 2027! Kicking off on November 21, 2026, for the Full Marathon team and December 12, 2026, for the Half Marathon team, this event is designed for runners and walkers of all abilities looking to achieve their fitness goals in a supportive and motivating environment.
Located in the beautiful Myrtle Beach, Horry, this training program offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts, regardless of your current skill level. With in-person training sessions on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 7:00 AM, along with virtual support through Final Surge, participants can access personalized training plans, group workouts, and expert coaching from the experienced Dawn White. For just $15 a week, you will receive a comprehensive training plan that includes everything from warm-ups and strength training to race strategies and mental tips to keep you motivated. Don't miss out on this chance to step into a healthier lifestyle and prepare for an unforgettable race day experience!
Located in the beautiful Myrtle Beach, Horry, this training program offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts, regardless of your current skill level. With in-person training sessions on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 7:00 AM, along with virtual support through Final Surge, participants can access personalized training plans, group workouts, and expert coaching from the experienced Dawn White. For just $15 a week, you will receive a comprehensive training plan that includes everything from warm-ups and strength training to race strategies and mental tips to keep you motivated. Don't miss out on this chance to step into a healthier lifestyle and prepare for an unforgettable race day experience!
Organiser's Description
NEXT STEP PERFORMANCE TRAINING
COACH DAWN WHITE
FULL MARATHON TEAM: BEGINS NOV 21
HALF MARATHON TEAM: BEGINS DEC 12
TARGET RACE: MARCH 6, 2027-MYRTLE BEACH FULL AND HALF MARATHON
Interested in getting active but not sure where to start? We invite you to join Team NEXT STEP Group Training and receive the help and guidance you are looking for! All of our plans are online/virtual, you don't need to live in Myrtle Beach to join. Our Group Training plans take the guesswork out of your training schedule and keep you on track to meet your goals! We also offer personal coaching if you are interested.
Who is NEXT STEP Performance Training?
Team NEXT STEP is led by Head Coach Dawn White, although you may know her as the Race Director for NS Promos. Coach Dawn is a certified running coach of over a decade and has trained all abilities of runners and walkers, groups and individuals throughout the many years. She is also a long distance runner and understands how to motivate others and help them reach their goals!
One of the tenets of NEXT STEP is to get people active and with so many searching for guidance to keep them healthy, we felt the need to offer group training options. For less than $15/week you receive the following:
* In person training runs on Wednesdays at 6:00pm and Saturdays at 6:00am.
* Access to Team Calendar on Final Surge which allows you to upload runs and workouts (you will create a free profile and accept Dawn as your coach)
* Daily training group plan programmed through Final Surge
* Ability to communicate via Final Surge with Coach Dawn
* Training plan includes warmup, post workout stretching, strength training, cross training, and general tips about running/walking
* Race plan and suggested time goals for the 5K
* Included in private Facebook group
* Training Team will meet each Saturday at 7:00am and Wednesdays at 6:00pm
FOCUS AREAS:
* Overall Consistency
* Easy effort running and/or walking
* Speedwork
* Strength Training
* Mobility
* Increase in volume
* Fueling for performance
* Mental tips for training well
SAMPLE TRAINING PLAN SNIPPET:
WARM-UP
Dynamic Sequence
Do these 2x:10/each direction arm circles
5-10 jumping jacks
5 front lunges (alternate leg)
5 side lunges (alternate leg)
10 high knees (stand in place and bring knee up as far as you can)
Run - Easy Effort
20 MINUTES TOTAL
* Your choice to walk the entire time or try run/walk intervals
* Run/Walk Intervals
-Alternate 30 seconds-1 minute of walking with 30 secs-1 min running
*Running should be easy effort and not leave you totally out of breath. It should feel somewhat comfortable
COACH DAWN WHITE
FULL MARATHON TEAM: BEGINS NOV 21
HALF MARATHON TEAM: BEGINS DEC 12
TARGET RACE: MARCH 6, 2027-MYRTLE BEACH FULL AND HALF MARATHON
Interested in getting active but not sure where to start? We invite you to join Team NEXT STEP Group Training and receive the help and guidance you are looking for! All of our plans are online/virtual, you don't need to live in Myrtle Beach to join. Our Group Training plans take the guesswork out of your training schedule and keep you on track to meet your goals! We also offer personal coaching if you are interested.
Who is NEXT STEP Performance Training?
Team NEXT STEP is led by Head Coach Dawn White, although you may know her as the Race Director for NS Promos. Coach Dawn is a certified running coach of over a decade and has trained all abilities of runners and walkers, groups and individuals throughout the many years. She is also a long distance runner and understands how to motivate others and help them reach their goals!
One of the tenets of NEXT STEP is to get people active and with so many searching for guidance to keep them healthy, we felt the need to offer group training options. For less than $15/week you receive the following:
* In person training runs on Wednesdays at 6:00pm and Saturdays at 6:00am.
* Access to Team Calendar on Final Surge which allows you to upload runs and workouts (you will create a free profile and accept Dawn as your coach)
* Daily training group plan programmed through Final Surge
* Ability to communicate via Final Surge with Coach Dawn
* Training plan includes warmup, post workout stretching, strength training, cross training, and general tips about running/walking
* Race plan and suggested time goals for the 5K
* Included in private Facebook group
* Training Team will meet each Saturday at 7:00am and Wednesdays at 6:00pm
FOCUS AREAS:
* Overall Consistency
* Easy effort running and/or walking
* Speedwork
* Strength Training
* Mobility
* Increase in volume
* Fueling for performance
* Mental tips for training well
SAMPLE TRAINING PLAN SNIPPET:
WARM-UP
Dynamic Sequence
Do these 2x:10/each direction arm circles
5-10 jumping jacks
5 front lunges (alternate leg)
5 side lunges (alternate leg)
10 high knees (stand in place and bring knee up as far as you can)
Run - Easy Effort
20 MINUTES TOTAL
* Your choice to walk the entire time or try run/walk intervals
* Run/Walk Intervals
-Alternate 30 seconds-1 minute of walking with 30 secs-1 min running
*Running should be easy effort and not leave you totally out of breath. It should feel somewhat comfortable
Races
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NEXT STEP Performance Full Marathon Team
Incl. Unisex Sizing Team Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (6:00AM EST)
$140.00
Must be able to complete 60 minutes of run or run/walk or walk. -
NEXT STEP Performance Half Marathon Team
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (6:00AM EST)
$120.00
Must be able to complete 30 minutes of run, run/walk, or walk.
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