Get ready for your Fall 2009 marathon by training with Life Time Endurance at your Life Time Fitness Center!

If you're doing a Fall 2009 Marathon in October, November, or December, you'll need to start your training in June, July, or August! Get a jump on the competition and register for a Life Time Endurance Fall marathon at your Life Time Fitness Center Today!

Our training programs are for runners of all levels and abilities. Whether your goal is to complete your first marathon or set a PR, you'll be able to take our comprehensive 16-Week marathon training course to achieve your best result!

In-Club Training Program:

REGISTER FOR THE OFFICIAL LIFE TIME ENDURANCE 16-WEEK MARATHON IN-CLUB TRAINING PROGRAM!

Please print out the registration form, fill it out completely, and turn it in to your LTF location.

PLEASE NOTE: You must be a member of Life Time Fitness to join our 'in-club' training program.

Your in-club training program includes:

• A 16-Week Training Program.
• Life Time Fitness Weekly Run Club Workouts.
• Social Activities sponsored by the Run Club.
• A weekly coached workout with other marathon trainees.
• Monthly Endurance Training and Racing Education Clinic.
• Free Water Bottle and Sports Drink.
• Free Runervals Treadmill Training DVD

On-Line Training Programs:

DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL LIFE TIME ENDURANCE 16-WEEK MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM!

Train according to a program that is tried and true and has a proven track record of success. Developed by Life Time Endurance Run coaches with a scientific training methodology that focuses on using heart rate training zones, this plan will progress you from week one to race day, allowing you to see measurable progress along the way. Each phase of the plan focuses on the various skill sets and energy systems required for successful distance running, from building the 'aerobic base' to boosting your 'anaerobic threshold'.

Following this plan combined with a supplementary strength training routine and a proper sports performance nutrition plan will get you to the finish line as quickly as possible.

Choose from the following plans, based on your experience and ability level:

1. Beginner Marathon Training Plan:
   This plan is for the runner new to marathoning but with some level of aerobic conditioning.
   Volumes are kept fairly low, with the goal to finish comfortably. Click HERE.
2. Intermediate Marathon Training Plan:
   If you've done a couple marathons and are looking to cut a few minutes off your time with an effective training plan geared to performance, this one is for you! Click HERE.
3. Advanced Marathon Training Plan:
   You've got the 'miles in the legs' are you're looking to qualify for Boston or get that elusive PR!
   This is your training routine! Click HERE.

LIFE TIME FITNESS is the Official Training Sponsor of the Medtronics Twin Cities Marathon.