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Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run & 5K Walk/Run

TRAINING

Getting Ready to Run – 2026

Training Programs for the 10 Mile & 5K Races

 

PR Training Programs

Join an IN-PERSON group to prepare for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile or 5K with PR Training Programs, part of the =PR= Run & Walk Family. Train with an experienced coach and supportive community to get you through the winter months and to the starting line ready to finish or finish faster than you have before! Programs for beginners to competitive racers, you are not “too slow”! 10-week programs start in early February in DC/Arlington, Burke, Vienna, and Reston/Ashburn. Cost is just $135, which includes ten weeks of training, discounts in-store at =PR= Run & Walk, swag, social events, and more. Register now at www.prtrainingprograms.com.

Runna Training Program

Whether you’re training for your first race or chasing a new 10-mile PR, Runna, the #1-rated running coaching app, helps you train smarter and run stronger. Get a personalized training plan built around your goals – crafted by professional coaches and Olympic athletes – with the perfect balance of easy runs, speed sessions, and mileage to get you race-ready. Kick off your training with two weeks free using the code CHERRYBLOSSOM26, or express you interest on the registration form. There is a fee charged by Runna to continue with the program after the 2-week trial period ends.

FREE ASICS Online Training Programs

Below you will find links to our three 5K Training Programs (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced) and our three 10 Mile Training Programs (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced). Each program starts with an overview describing who the program is designed for, so that you can pick the program that best suits your current level of fitness and running experience. If you start a program and find that it is too easy or too challenging for you, just come back here and pick up an easier or more challenging level for your race distance. Each program provides an email address so you can contact your Coach if you have questions or need advice on training for your race!

10 Mile Training Programs

5K Training Programs 

Questions for the Coaches?

Contact the right Coach for questions on your Training Program:

FREE Online Training Facebook Groups!

Are you using one of the free ASICS Online Training Programs above? No matter which ASICS Online Training Program you are using, you can join a Facebook Training Group for your distance and training level to share your experiences and get support, motivation and tips from other runners and our Online Training coaches!