Runurban Marathon training
Frequently Asked Questions

  What’s different about RunUrban’s program?
  RunUrban’s Marathon training program is unique in that it is
  completely customized for you as an individual athlete. We
  achieve this by assigning you a Personal Coach, who will    

  email you a daily running program, as well as attend your  

  weekly workouts. This Coach understands your personal  

  goals,challenges, and abilities, and will customize a program
  specifically for your needs!

 

  I’m a new runner, can I still participate?
  Yes! RunUrban’s experienced coaching staff will design a  

  program for you no matter what your level of experience. 

  We dorecommend that you have a running base of 15 miles 

  per week.

 

  What if I travel on weekends and can’t make long runs?
  One of the biggest assets of the RunUrban program is your
  Personal Coach. Your coach will email a daily running 

  program on a weekly basis. It is not necessary to complete  

  long runs as a group.

 

  What If I cannot make two speed workouts per week?
  Your Personal Coach will email you a substitute workout 

  whichyou can complete on your own time in lieu of the  

  group session.

  I’m not sure yet if I really want to do a marathon or if I 

  want to commit to six months?
  Your health and physical endurance will improve 

  immensely by investing in this six month program. You are 

  under no obligation to complete a marathon at the end of the 

  program, but we hope you will be inspired to do so!

 

  I would like to run a half marathon this fall instead 

  of a marathon, is this training still appropriate for me?
  Yes! Your Personal Coach will customize your weekly 

  schedule for half -marathon training. The group sessions 

  are importantelements of training programs for events of all 

  distances.
 

  I am competing in a triathlon, is this training still  

  appropriate for me?
  The RunUrban training program will ensure you are amply
  prepared for the running portion of your event.

 

  What if I get injured?
  Upon your clearance to participate, your Personal Coach

  will modify your program accordingly. RunUrban will also  

  refer you to our support experts to assist you in your 

  recovery. If  a doctor declares that you are unable to 

  complete the program, you willbe refunded for any pre-paid 

  portion of your program with adoctor’s letter. No retroactive

  refunds will be provided.

 

  Can I pay in installments?
  RunUrban offers a three installment payment plan upon 

  your  six month commitment.

 

  For more information contact:
  info@UrbanAthleticsNYC.com or call 212-828-1906

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