Getting Ready to Run – 2026

Training Programs for the 10 Mile & 5K Races

FREE Online Training Programs

Shortly before February 2, 2026 we will be posting three 10 Mile Training Programs and three 5K Training Programs as outlined below. For each program, the entire schedule will be posted, so runners can examine all of the schedules and decide which will work best for them. You will be able to contact the coaches of each program if you have questions or concerns, either via email or through the Facebook groups listed further down this page. We won’t be sending out emails each week this year, since all of the training programs will be fully available online.

• • Coach Carlamae and Coach Kimela’s Beginner 10 Mile Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)
  • Coach Carlamae and Coach Kimela’s Intermediate 10 Mile Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)
  • Coach Carlamae and Coach Kimela’s Advanced 10 Mile Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)
  • Coach Yasmin’s 5K  Beginner Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)
  • Coach Yasmin’s 5K Intermediate Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)
  • Coach Yasmin’s 5K Advanced Training Program Presented by ASICS (starts February 2)

Fee-Based Training Programs

The Credit Union Cherry Blossom, in conjunction with ASICS, will also offer two training programs for both 10 Mile and 5K participants at an additional fee:

• • In-person Training Program for 10-mile participants of all abilities hosted by Potomac River Running as part of its PR Training Programs. Training runs are held in the greater DC metropolitan area.
  • Runcoach Premium Virtual Training with Personal Consultation by Runcoach Coaches Incudes a dynamic online program with access to your 1:1 personal coach from Runcoach inclusive an initial consultation about your training.  Available for 10 Mile and 5K participants of all abilities.  This program starts with a Free 2-wk Trial (inclusive the 1:1 consultation); monthly pricing = $39.

Training Together – Facebook Groups!

Are you training for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run or 5K Run-Walk? No matter what program you are following, join our Facebook Training Groups to share your experiences and get support, motivation and tips from other runners and our Virtual Training coaches!

• Beginner 10 Mile Training Facebook Group
• Intermediate/Advanced 10 Mile Training Facebook Group
• Beginner 5K Training Facebook Group
• 5K Intermediate/Advanced Training Facebook Group