Training Plans

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Get race-ready with The SAVVY Runner

Need help preparing for your race? The SAVVY Runner has you covered with their comprehensive Free Run Programs. These guides are ideal for the beginner to intermediate runner, preparing you for Wollongong’s largest running event, the Wollongong Running Festival.

These Free Run Programs have been created to help guide and assist you with your training leading up to the event, and will ensure you are well prepared to cross the finish line.

The SAVVY Runner Run Programs include:

Half Marathon Run Program
10km Run Program
Advice and tips to prepare you for race day

Request your Free Run Program

Once you have filled out the form below, you will be sent your free run program. Didn’t get an email? Check your junk folder!

Meet your coaches

At The SAVVY Runner, our team of experienced and passionate coaches has developed a comprehensive program designed to help you improve as a recreational runner. Our coaches believe in the philosophy of “training at an appropriate level for you,” which ensures consistency and leads to steady progress over time.

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Need more help with your running?

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Run Program FAQ’s

Who should do this program?

This program is designed for someone who runs once or twice a week, or is new to running.

The plan is to slowly build you up and improve your running so you can complete a 10km or half marathon.

There is a mix of walking and running to prepare your body appropriately. Initially, try not to worry about your pace. Running at a comfortable pace will actually be better for you!

When to start this program

This 12 week program starts on the 11th of March and will prepare you for the Wollongong Running Festival on the 2nd of June.

Need to move things around?

All good. We understand that work and life can get in the way. Feel free to shuffle the plan as needed, just try to have a rest day between runs.

Starting a little late?

That’s okay! Start from Week 1 and do as many weeks as you can. This will still allow you to build up your running appropriately. As always listen to your body. If you feel like it’s a bit too much too quickly, then slow down take an extra rest day to let your body catch up. The most important thing is lining up at the start injury free.