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Find Your Next Fall Marathon
Marathons are back this fall, and no matter which race you choose, CARA’s Summer Marathon Training program will provide you the support,...
CARAruns
May 4, 20214 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley - Tapering For A Race
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Director of Training and...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Apr 13, 20212 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley - How To Increase Weekly Mileage
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Head Coach / Director of...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Mar 16, 20212 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley - What To Do If You Fall Behind Your Training Schedule
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Director of Training and...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Feb 16, 20212 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley - Tracking Progress During The Winter
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Director of Training and...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Jan 19, 20212 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley: 5k Goal Setting
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Training Director Tim...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Dec 22, 20201 min read
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Keep Your Motivation Going Strong This Winter!
No matter what level of runner you are, winter can sometimes put a damper on motivation. However, with the right inspiration, this season...
greg3256
Dec 15, 20202 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley: How Long Should My Long Runs Be?
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Training Director Tim...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Nov 17, 20201 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley: Taking Time Off After A Virtual Marathon
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Training Director Tim...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Oct 20, 20202 min read
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Running A Virtual Marathon? Check Out These Tips!
Participating in a virtual marathon or running the marathon distance on your own this year? Check out our tips below to help you best...
CARAruns
Sep 29, 20203 min read
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Ask Coach Bradley: Using Watch Stats To Track Training
Whether you are part of our CARA training programs, working towards your next 5k PR, or a beginning runner CARA Training Director Tim...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Sep 22, 20202 min read
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Meet Our 2020 Summer Marathon Training Site Coordinators!
Get to know our site coordinators for 2020 Summer Marathon Training! CARA site coordinators are member volunteers who lead each training...
CARAruns
Jun 29, 20208 min read
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Explore These Chicago Parks And Trails
Chicago is full of incredible parks and trails to explore. While the Lakefront Trail may be opening on June 22nd, summer is the perfect...
CARAruns
Jun 16, 20205 min read
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All In This Together: Key Run/Walk Etiquette Tips To Remember
As restrictions are limiting the places we can run and walk, let’s continue to be good neighbors to one another! Here are some friendly...
CARAruns
Apr 16, 20201 min read
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Try These Training Run Variations
Starting your runs from home can present more of a challenge when it comes to completing your run as planned. Or, you may find yourself...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Apr 3, 20202 min read
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Ways To Stay Connected To Your Running Buddies
While we may not be able to meet up with our running groups in person, there are still ways to stay connected to one another and keep...
CARAruns
Mar 31, 20202 min read
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The Art Of The Solo Run
We hope this post finds you well as we all get used to our new daily "normal." Events have moved very fast in the last few days, so...
CARAruns
Mar 16, 20202 min read
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Get The Gear - Tim's Tips For Winter Running
Investing in quality winter running gear can go a long way. While the initial price tag can be high, the materials and technology that...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Nov 15, 20192 min read
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The "Power Of The Group"
The “Power of the Group." If you have been with CARA long you likely know this phrase, and even more likely, have experienced its...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Nov 11, 20192 min read
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Strength Training During Marathon Season
With higher mileage approaching it is common to get less consistent with a strength training routine. Even if you have done a good job...
Tim Bradley, Sr. Director of Training/Interim Executive Dir.
Aug 13, 20193 min read
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