Frequently Asked Questions
Q - What is contact email?
- Marathon:ÂÂ training_marathon@dcroadrunners.org
- Half Marathon:ÂÂ training_10m_hm@dcroadrunners.org
- Ten Mile:ÂÂ training_10m_hm@dcroadrunners.org
- 10K:ÂÂ training_10k@dcroadrunners.org
- Couch-to-5K:ÂÂ training_5k@dcroadrunners.org
Q - Is there parking near North Meade Park?
Street parking is available in the neighborhoods adjacent to N. Meade Street.ÂÂÂ Be mindful of parking signs, since Arlington County enforces them enthusiastically, and please do not park on Marine Memorial Circle (inside Iwo Jima), sinceÂÂÂ parking thereÂÂÂ is for memorial use only.
Q - I'm a slow runner. Will there be a pace group for slow runners?
We have pace groups from 7 min/mile to 12 min/mile
Q - Are there bathrooms near North Meade Park?
Porta-JohnsÂÂÂ are available near theÂÂÂ Iwo JimaÂÂÂ Memorial
Q - How much cost for training program?ÂÂÂ
The program is FREE for current DCRRC members, however you must register for the Marathon Training program and volunteer at two DCRRC events.
Q - Do you provide water/gatorade?
Post run gatorade & water. And mid-run drinks.ÂÂÂ
Q - Are there other organized runs beside the Saturday training runs for marathon/half marathon program?
Check the Weekly Runs dropdown menu on the DCRRC webpage. You can participate in any/all activites. Runners are encouraged to do speed-work. Consult with coach for your goals.
There are also many low-key (free) club races that you can run.
Q - How long are the long runs for the marathon training?
The Marathon Training Program start with 10-mile long run and builds up to 20+ miles.
