Training

The 2024 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon Training Runs presented by the Eddie’s Health Shoppe, ZenEvo Dark Chocolate, and Tennessee Pre

The program is intended for anyone looking to experience the fun, excitement, and camaraderie of training for the marathon. This program is being led by experienced runners and is open to everyone. The 2024 program is geared to not only marathoners, but half marathoners, relay, and 5K participants as well.

This is what we have to offer:

  • Training runs for everyone!  Runners of all levels are welcome to participate in the suggested weekly long runs. We will have several distance options ranging from beginner to advanced. The long runs will take place on most Saturdays at 8 am.
  • Mileage for long runs for beginners and advanced

Looking for a customized training plan to get you to race day? Check out RunKNOX or Knoxville Endurance. RunKNOX is a group training program owned and operated by the Knoxville Track Club.

Group Run Cost:

• NOTHING! We are not requiring a fee for non-KTC members to participate in the training runs. However, we still encourage you to join the KTC and enjoy the benefits of being a member. You will receive discounts on registration fees at KTC races (including the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon), purchases at participating retailers, and a subscription to the award winning KTC publication, Footnotes. For more information go to www.ktc.org.

How to sign up to receive the email reminders/updates:

  • Contact us
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2024 COVENANT HEALTH KNOXVILLE MARATHON TRAINING RUN SCHEDULE
DateWeekHalf MarathonMarathonNotes
December 212 miles6 milesEddie's Health Shoppe West - 8025 Kingston Pike
December 923.1 miles6.55 milesPigeon Forge Half Marathon, Relay, and 5K
December 1634 miles7.5 milesNew Balance Knoxville - 8027F Kingston Pike
December 2345 miles8 milesEddie's Health Shoppe Downtown - hosted by Knoxville Endurance
December 3054 miles8 milesNo organized group run - Happy Holidays!
January 1, 202453.1 miles3.1 milesNew Year's Day 5K
January 665 miles10 milesEddie's Health Shoppe West - 8025 Kingston Pike
January 1377 miles11 milesTSMG - Hosted by Knoxville Endurance
January 2088 miles - on your own12 miles - on your ownNo organized group run - inclement weather
January 2795 miles10 milesOak Ridge 10 Miler and 5 Miler
February 3109 miles16 milesThe Long Run - 2452 Sutherland Avenue
February 10117.5 miles12 milesNew Balance Knoxville - 8027F Kingston Pike
February 171210KHalf MarathonStrawberry Plains Half Marathon and 10K
February 24139 miles16.4 milesMortgage Investors Group - 8320 E. Walker Spring Ln
March 2146.2 miles (Relay!)18.6 miles (30K!)Whitestone 30K and Team Relay
March 9159.5 miles19 milesRunners Market - 4443 Kingston Pike
March 161611 miles22 milesThe Long Run - 2452 Sutherland Avenue
March 231710 miles12 milesFleet Feet Knoxville - 11619 Parkside Dr
March 301810 miles12 milesEddie's Health Shoppe Downtown - 455 Union Avenue
April 6-71913.126.2RACE DAY!!!
OFFICIAL 5K TRAINING PROGRAM

NOTE: This is a recommended 9 week training plan that could get you ready for race day!

WeekDistance
1Alternate jogging and walking 1/4 mile intervals for a total of 1 mile
2Jog 1/2 mi, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/4 mi for a total of 1 mile
3Jog 3/4 mi, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/2 mi for a total of 1.5 miles
4Jog 1 mi, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/4 mi for a total of 1.5 miles
5Jog 1 1/4 mis, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/2 mi for a total of 2 miles
6Jog 1 1/2 mi, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/4 mi for a total of 2 miles
7Jog 2 mis, walk 1/4 mi, jog 1/4 mi for a total of 2.5 miles
8Jog 2.5 miles
9Race Day!

* The Saturday Morning Group Runs start at 8 am.

* Run locations are subject to change. We will make a weekly recommendation for mileage options. Please check this schedule or our Facebook page for weekly updates.

*This schedule is only a suggestion. Please listen to your body and be flexible with your runs. Do not fight injuries and rest when you need to throughout your training.

*Please consult a physician before beginning any exercise program. The KTC and the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon Group Run Program are not responsible for injuries. We are simply offering a schedule of organized runs for individuals training for the marathon.

LOOKING FOR A OTHERS TO RUN/WALK WITH DURING THE WEEK?

*There will be runs for varying paces every Wednesday beginning at 5:30 pm at the Runners Market in Western Plaza for those looking for a mid-week group run. You can visit the KTC Group Run page by clicking here.

*In addition to the Wednesday night group runs, there are group runs on Monday nights from Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus. Give them a call for more information.