Training Program
Welcome to the Fred’s Team training program.
Virtual Events
Fred’s Team Kickoff
Watch the recording to learn more about what to expect this season and get tips to elevate your training and fundraising.
Race Day Info & Tips
Tuesday, October 22
7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET
Find out everything you need to know for race day. Plus, we’ll walk you through portions of the course, including the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge start and the finish line in Central Park. Stay tuned for more details.
Resources
Videos
Tune in here for additional training advice from Coach Jeff and recordings of the Q&A sessions with the coaching staff.
Training Runs
We hope you can join us for these New York City runs. Wherever you’re training this year, be sure to check out the local races happening near you and match them with your mileage chart. Note: You must register with New York Road Runners (NYRR) to participate in the TCS New York City Marathon Training Series runs on August 11 and August 24 . Fred’s Team does not have invitation codes for these NYRR runs.
8 Miles
June 22, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Central Park | Meet at the Fred Lebow Statue (90th Street and 5th Avenue)
13 Miles
July 27, 7 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Harlem Hills | Meet at the 102nd Street Transverse at West Drive in Central Park
Hill Workout
August 6, 6 p.m. Central Park | Meet at the Loeb Boathouse
13 Miles
August 11, 7 a.m. TCS New York City Marathon Training Series 10M (NYRR)
15 Miles
August 17, 7 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Summer Streets | Meet at the northwest corner of 72nd Street and 5th Avenue
12 Miles
August 24, 7 a.m. TCS New York City Marathon Training Series 12M (NYRR)
20 Miles
September 14, 7 a.m. to noon Perimeter of Manhattan | Meet at West 97th Street and Riverside Drive
15 Miles
September 21, 7 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. West Side Highway | Meet at West 29th Street & Hudson River Path
16 Miles
September 28, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Park | Meet at the Fred Lebow Statue (90th Street and 5th Avenue)
20 Miles
October 5, 7 a.m. to noon Harlem Hills | Meet at the 102nd Street Transverse at West Drive in Central Park
11 Miles
October 19, 7 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Marathon Course Run | Meet at the northwest corner of 72nd Street and 5th Avenue
What You Need to Know
- Fred’s Team runs are for registered participants only.
- Any training run cancellations will be posted on Fred’s Team social media.
- Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the run starts.
- You must check in when you arrive and check out after the run.
- Fred’s Team will not provide beverages so please bring your own water and sports drinks.
- If you are bringing a bag, we will gladly watch it for you.
- Your coaches can adjust the course distance for any of the runs. Chat with them before you start or send us an email.
Your Coaches and Mentors
Get to know the volunteer Fred’s Team coaching staff. They have years running experience and are ready to help you reach your goals.
Stay Connected
Follow us on social media. Don’t forget to use #FredsTeam when posting training photos!
Download Strava and join the Fred’s Team Club to run alongside your teammates.