Whether you are considering a first time longer distance race, enjoy long distances throughout the year, or are gearing up for a personal best marathon, we will support you with personalized Lydiard™ training schedules, positive guidance, informative clinics, and fun weekly group training runs.

Our long distance training programs will be using the Lydiard Method, one of most utilized training system for endurance sports worldwide by both recreational runners and champions. In addition to following this method our Run Campers will have access to the Running Wizard, an online training tool you can use to track progress and customize your training plan to your goals!

Train for any fall event!
Your program can be tailored to train for any fall marathon or half marathon. We invite you to join us as we target events like the Metro Health Grand Rapids Marathon and Detroit Free Press Marathon.

Click to learn more about the Lydiard Method.

What do participants receive with Lydiard Training?

• Personalized training schedule based on ability and goal event
• Lydiard Certified Coaches - experts in distance training who have experience in helping runners meet their distance running goals

What are Benefits for participants beyond the Lydiard Training?

• Guidance from Lydiard certified coaches (translation: distance training experts)
• 18 weeks of highly supported training runs (regular water stops, medical partner support, lots of high fives from team leaders)
• Custom participant gift (designed just for run campers!)
• Small pace groups (there is a pace group for everyone, and accountability from team leaders)
• Educational clinics (nutrition, Good Form Running, shoe fits, etc...)
• 10% off personal purchases at Gazelle Sports (Gear. All the gear.)