Xtra Mile Run/Walk Registration
- Date Tue 24th March 2026 - Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 6:15PM CDT
- Location Schaumburg, Illinois
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Xtra Mile Run/Walk Registration, taking place from March 24 to May 30, 2026, in the vibrant community of Schaumburg, Cook! This exciting event features a free, 10-week training program designed to help participants complete a 5K race. With sessions held twice a week, on Tuesdays at 6:15 PM and Saturdays at 9 AM at Volkening Lake, you’ll receive expert guidance from Coach Diane and support from an enthusiastic group of volunteers.
The program not only focuses on building your endurance through run/walk sessions but also includes an informational meeting on March 17, where you can learn the basics before you dive in. Whether you’re striving to lose inches, boost your energy, or simply prove to yourself that you can accomplish your goals, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. Plus, participants can enjoy a discount for upcoming races, including the Run for the Roses 5K and the Roselle Turkey Trot 5K. Don’t miss out on this chance to take your first steps toward a healthier lifestyle while having fun in a supportive community!
The program not only focuses on building your endurance through run/walk sessions but also includes an informational meeting on March 17, where you can learn the basics before you dive in. Whether you’re striving to lose inches, boost your energy, or simply prove to yourself that you can accomplish your goals, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. Plus, participants can enjoy a discount for upcoming races, including the Run for the Roses 5K and the Roselle Turkey Trot 5K. Don’t miss out on this chance to take your first steps toward a healthier lifestyle while having fun in a supportive community!
Organiser's Description
This is the registration page for Xtra Mile Running's Spring & Fall intro to running sessions. The program is free to all, and there is a registration option to get a t-shirt each session, too. Read on to learn the basics before signing up.
THE WHAT: A 10-week training program with the goal of completing a 5k upon completion (NOTE: The Run for the Roses 5K on 6/7/26 and the Roselle Turkey Trot 5k on 11/26/26 are a separate registration for which our training 5K members will receive a discount).
THE HOW: Two days a week running & walking with Coach Diane, and help from our community of enthusiastic volunteers. Tuesdays at 6:15pm, starting 3/24, from Xtra Mile Running and Saturdays at 9am at Volkening Lake. An informational session for the Spring session will be held on Tuesday, 3/17 at 6:15pm at Xtra Mile Running to answer your questions! Well start with run/walk and gait analysis while increasing your endurance every week. In order to succeed we first must fail often!
THE WHY: The answer to this questions depends on what drives you. Are you internally or externally motivated? Are you looking to lose inches? Increase energy or fitness? Prove to yourself you can do it? Prove to the doubters that you will follow through? Understanding your motivation and keeping focused on that is just as important as your training. Don't be shy about the why!
When registering, click the below Facebook link for access to our PRIVATE Facebook page for this community!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1368333579936777
THE WHAT: A 10-week training program with the goal of completing a 5k upon completion (NOTE: The Run for the Roses 5K on 6/7/26 and the Roselle Turkey Trot 5k on 11/26/26 are a separate registration for which our training 5K members will receive a discount).
THE HOW: Two days a week running & walking with Coach Diane, and help from our community of enthusiastic volunteers. Tuesdays at 6:15pm, starting 3/24, from Xtra Mile Running and Saturdays at 9am at Volkening Lake. An informational session for the Spring session will be held on Tuesday, 3/17 at 6:15pm at Xtra Mile Running to answer your questions! Well start with run/walk and gait analysis while increasing your endurance every week. In order to succeed we first must fail often!
THE WHY: The answer to this questions depends on what drives you. Are you internally or externally motivated? Are you looking to lose inches? Increase energy or fitness? Prove to yourself you can do it? Prove to the doubters that you will follow through? Understanding your motivation and keeping focused on that is just as important as your training. Don't be shy about the why!
When registering, click the below Facebook link for access to our PRIVATE Facebook page for this community!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1368333579936777
Races
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Run/Walk Registration With Locally Designed & Printed Tee
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Tue 24th March 2026 (6:15PM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Run/Walk Registration
Tue 24th March 2026 (6:15PM CDT)
Free
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