CIM Training Programs

Unlock your marathon potential with our CIM Training Programs!
From guidance on your first marathon to elite-level coaching, CIM’s training programs are designed for everyone.

Official First-Timer Program

Designed for first-time marathoners
Exclusive race day amenities
Includes extra First-Timer medal

Official CIM Training Program

Online and In-Person training
Exclusive race day amenities
Ability-based training to finish, improve, & perform

Official Performance Coaching

Online one-on-one coaching
Tailored for PRs, BQs, or even OTQs
World-renowned elite-level coaches

Official First-Timer Program, hosted by Fleet Feet

26-week training program | online or in-person

Do you want to check a marathon off of your “bucket list”? Join the CIM First-Timer Program to receive support and inspiration to accomplish your goal, so you can finally say, “I ran a marathon!” This 26-week program includes expert coaching from Fleet Feet, a daily training plan, a community of other “first-timers,” exclusive First-Timer medal at the CIM finish line, and more.

The First-Timer Program includes Race Day Premium Amenities with an exclusive start line shuttle, tent, and porta potties.

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Official CIM Training Program, hosted by Fleet Feet

18-week or 26-week training program | in-person or online

The Official CIM Training Program has everything you need to run your first or your fastest marathon: experienced coaches, ability-based training plans, marathon specific seminars, race-day premium amenities, and more.

During the course of this 18-week or 26-week program, participants receive a daily training plan and work with Fleet Feet coaches every step of the way. There are in-person and online options available. The Official CIM Training Program includes Race Day Premium Amenities with an exclusive Fleet Feet shuttle, start line warming tent, and porta potties.

For more information follow the links below.

In-Person Training

Online Training

Official Performance Coaching with Team RunRun

Online | one-on-one coaching

Team RunRun, is the Official Performance Coaching partner for CIM. Team RunRun is bringing elite level coaches to the CIM community so that everyone can be their best on race day. Team RunRun connects runners with great coaches to fit every goal, style, and ability.

Team RunRun coaches are an ideal option for runners interested in one-on-one, elite-level coaching to achieve a desired race goal during CIM—whether PR, BQ or OTQ.

The CIM-certified TeamRunRun coaches for 2024 include: