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What you need to know about training runs
Overview
These runs are scheduled at key moments in your training journey to keep you moving and motivated.
Can’t make it? We hope you’ll still log the miles with us from afar.
Wherever you’re running, share photos and tag us with #FredsTeam — we’d love to see how your training is coming along!
Arrival and check-in
Runners of all levels are welcome, and you don’t need to RSVP. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the run starts. You must check in when you arrive and check out after the run.
Note: Fred’s Team runs are for registered participants only.
Other info
Fred’s Team will not provide beverages, so please bring your own water and sports drinks. If you’re bringing a small bag, we will gladly watch it for you.
Note: Any training run cancellations will be posted on Fred’s Team social media.
Training runs
- June training
- July training
- August training
- September training
- October training
June 13: Kickoff run
Let’s kick off the season’s training sessions at one of our favorite Central Park landmarks: the Fred Lebow statue at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue. Be sure to give Fred a high five!
The run will be relaxed and low-key, and your coaches will be on hand to answer questions and explain how your long runs should feel at this early stage of training. You’ll also get to meet your fellow teammates and Fred’s Team staff!
Location: Fred Lebow Statue, 90th Street and Fifth Avenue, Central Park
Run time: 7 a.m.–9 a.m.
Distance: 7 miles
Training chart A: Week 6
Route:
6.1 Miles
- Starting at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue, head north on East Drive
- Follow the main drive counterclockwise to the top of the park
- Curve west across the north end
- Head south down West Drive
- Loop around the south end at Columbus Circle
- Return north on East Drive to the start
Extension to 7.1 Miles
- After completing the loop, continue north on East Drive to 100th Street
- Turn around and return south to 90th Street and Fifth Avenue
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
July 18: Mileage-building run
Location: West Side Highway, West 26th Street and Hudson River Path
Run time: 7 a.m.–10 a.m.
Distance: 12 miles
Training chart A: Week 11
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
August 8: Midseason run
Location: Summer Streets, Northwest corner of 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue
Run time: 7 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Distance: 13 miles
Training chart A: Week 14
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
August 19: Hill workout session
Location: Central Park Boathouse, East 72nd Street and Park Drive North by the Café
Run time: 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Route: Check back for more information.
September 26: Physical and mental toughness run
Location: Harlem Hills, 102nd Street Transverse at West Drive in Central Park
Run time: 7 a.m.–11 a.m.
Distance: 16 miles
Training chart A: Week 21
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
October 17: Taper run
Location: Marathon Course, Northwest corner of 72nd Street and 5th Avenue
Run time: 7 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
Distance: 11 miles
Training chart A: Week 24
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
June training
June 13: Kickoff run
Let’s kick off the season’s training sessions at one of our favorite Central Park landmarks: the Fred Lebow statue at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue. Be sure to give Fred a high five!
The run will be relaxed and low-key, and your coaches will be on hand to answer questions and explain how your long runs should feel at this early stage of training. You’ll also get to meet your fellow teammates and Fred’s Team staff!
Location: Fred Lebow Statue, 90th Street and Fifth Avenue, Central Park
Run time: 7 a.m.–9 a.m.
Distance: 7 miles
Training chart A: Week 6
Route:
6.1 Miles
- Starting at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue, head north on East Drive
- Follow the main drive counterclockwise to the top of the park
- Curve west across the north end
- Head south down West Drive
- Loop around the south end at Columbus Circle
- Return north on East Drive to the start
Extension to 7.1 Miles
- After completing the loop, continue north on East Drive to 100th Street
- Turn around and return south to 90th Street and Fifth Avenue
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
July training
July 18: Mileage-building run
Location: West Side Highway, West 26th Street and Hudson River Path
Run time: 7 a.m.–10 a.m.
Distance: 12 miles
Training chart A: Week 11
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
August training
August 8: Midseason run
Location: Summer Streets, Northwest corner of 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue
Run time: 7 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Distance: 13 miles
Training chart A: Week 14
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
August 19: Hill workout session
Location: Central Park Boathouse, East 72nd Street and Park Drive North by the Café
Run time: 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Route: Check back for more information.
September training
September 26: Physical and mental toughness run
Location: Harlem Hills, 102nd Street Transverse at West Drive in Central Park
Run time: 7 a.m.–11 a.m.
Distance: 16 miles
Training chart A: Week 21
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
October training
October 17: Taper run
Location: Marathon Course, Northwest corner of 72nd Street and 5th Avenue
Run time: 7 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
Distance: 11 miles
Training chart A: Week 24
Route: Check back for more information.
If you're not up for the distance, your coaches will adjust the route and help you catch up safely. Chat with them before you start or message us ahead of time.
Your guides to training
Training guide
Training charts
Training resources are for registered Fred’s Team participants only.
Meet your coaches and mentors
Jeff Rochford
David Slutsky
Tom Hansen
Marci Glotzer
Arthur Li
Abby Kaori
Diana Cruz Solash
John Fiore
Terry Alexander
Hillary Gardenswartz
Katie DiBella McIlraith
Have a training question?
Fred’s Team coaches are here to support your training journey every step of the way.
