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2010-11 Group
Training Programs
Securely sign up on-line for any of our group training programs or run coaching services.
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Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
Weekend Program
Sat Long Run Support
Register Now For $160
Training Starts May 29th

Designed for those who cannot to commit to mid week training but want a weekend only program that includes essential long run support. This includes an 8 month marathon or half marathon training program with weekly Saturday long run support. Our Weekend Warrior Program provides more than adequate coaching to get you to the finish line. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
"Essentials" Program
Sat Long Run Support
Wed Track & Hills
Register Now For $240
Training Starts May 29th

For runners that want more coaching support than just the Saturday long run. Our "Essentials" program includes 8 months of our marathon or half marathon training program with weekly Saturday long runs, a 12 week season of Wednesday hill workouts and a 12 week season of Wednesday speed/track workouts. All of the "Essential" running tools to take you to the next level. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
"Excel" Program
Sat Long Run Support
Register Now For $310
Training Starts May 29th

Our best value for those that can commit to a comprehensive running program. This includes 8 months of our marathon or half marathon training program with 24 weeks of both Monday and Wednesday hills and track/speed workouts. Everything you need to "excel" and maximize your training and racing performance. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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"Excel" Interval Training
Hills & Speed Weekly
 24 Weeks - $160
Summer or Fall Season

This program offers all the interval training you can stand. Both a hill training workout and speed workout are included on Mondays and Wednesday each week for 24 weeks. Great for pure short distance road racers or marathoners or half marathoners preparing for the Houston Marathon, Half Marathon or other fall and winter long distance races. This program can be purchased separately or is included in our "Excel" marathon & half marathon program. 12 weeks of hills or track can also be purchased separately (scroll down for those options). For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Hill Interval Training
 12 Weeks - $85
Summer or Fall Season

US Marathon Olympic Gold medalist, Frank Shorter, once said that hill training is "speed work in disguise" . In our opinion hill training is the missing link that most runners need to take their running to a whole new level. Mimicking hilly terrain during training physically and mentally prepares runners for what they may face on the race course and can help improve race times from the 5K to marathon distance and beyond. This program can be purchased separately or is included in our "Essentials" or "Excel" marathon & half marathon program. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Speed Interval Training
 12 Weeks - $85
Summer or Fall Season

Do you have the need for speed? Who doesn't and honestly the only way you will run faster is to practice running faster in a controlled environment. Improved times with various interval distances on a 400 meter track improves turnover, form, power and can really help bring those race times down. This program can be purchased separately or is included in our "Essentials" or "Excel" marathon & half marathon program. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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In Flight Blog
Tune In & Tune Up
Coach Michael is finally breathing some much needed life into the In Flight Blog. Whether you train with us or not every runner world-wide is welcome here as Michael shares running and marathon training tips. He will also cover the Houston and International running and racing scene.

In Flight Running Blog


Metabolic Testing
RMR & VO2 Max
Call 713-523-2577
To Book Your Testing
Whether you are looking to loose weight or increase peformance, metabolic testing can help you reach your goals. Our resting metabolic rate tests rates your metabolism and gives you a gauge of how many calories per day that you need to maintain or lose weight. Our VO2 - anaerobic threshold tests let you know your true heart rate zones to get the most out of your fat burning ability while you do your cardio workouts. Runners and cyclists can also take their sport and racing to the next level by getting heart rate zones to help with realistic heart rate training goals. Check out the links below for more info or to book your test on-line. Call us at 713-523-2577 if you have questions about testing and how it can benefit your fitness goals.

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Recommended Reading
Run Fast by Hal Higdon

Whether you are a beginner road racer or shooting for a new personal best, this book does a great job of breaking down training schedules and drills to run smarter and prepare for race day.

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In Flight Running
Houston Run Coaching, Road Racing, Marathon & Half Marathon Training Programs
Marathon& Half Marathon Races We Train For

Registration Now Open For Our 2010-11 Marathon & Half Marathon Program.
Training Starts May 29, 2010 - Go To The "Info Meetings" Link Above To RSVP For A Spring Info Meeting!

2010-11 Marathons & Half Marathons We Train For
Train For Our Flagship Races - Houston & San Antonio Marathons/Half Marathons
Our target races for 2009 & early 2010 include the 2 largest Texas races in Houston and San Antonio. Train for one of our flagship marathons/half marathons this year or choose from a training schedule for other fall or winter races on the chart below.




Last year in it's inagural race, the San Antonio Rock n Roll marathon hit a home run with what became the nation's largest inagural race ever and the largest road race ever run in Texas. Even with the hugeness of this race things seemed to go pretty smoothly. No surprise to us as all Elite racing races nation-wide are the best in the country bar none. This year let us train you for this great race. We will be planning a group road trip for this race so you can train right here in Houston and enjoy support from your coaches on the race course in San Antonio.






We have been training Houston area runners for our Hometown race for over ten years with great success. For first time marathon or half marathoners training for your local race is a wise choice. The Houston marathon is one of the flatest courses in the nation so for more experienced runners it betters their chances of earning that Boston qualifier time. Now in it's 38th year the race has grown in popularity from 113 runners in 1972 to 18,000 in 2009 with runners represented from all 50 states and over 20 countries. The race also has a great Expo which is the largest fitness/wellness expo annually.


Training Schedules Also Available For The Following Fall & Winter Races

 Here is a list of the major marathon and half marathon training schedules that will be available to our members for our 2008-09 season. If you are interested in any of these popular races we recommend registering as soon as possible as most sell out quickly each year. For out of town races also make hotel reservations as soon as you sign up for the race preferably with each race's host hotel which is usually the closest to the start/finish line. Houston Marathon & Half Marathon registration does not open until July 17, 2009. Check out the links to each race's homepage for race and sign up info. Races highlighted in green are organized In Flight Running travel trips where runners are invited to take the show on the road with us and travel to a race destination. All races below are linked to the official race site so you can check out each race, register on-line and make travel plans. If you have an off the menu race schedule request we can always accomodate you.

Marathon Training Schedules Half Marathon Training Schedules
Fall Races Date Fall Races Date
Chicago Marathon 10.11.2009 Virginia Beach Rock n Roll Half Marathon 09.06.09
San Francisco Nike Woman's Marathon 10.18.2009 Niagara Falls International Half Marathon 10.25.09
Niagara Falls International Marathon 10.25.09 San Francisco Nike Woman's Half Marathon 10.18.2009
Cape Cod Marathon 10.25.09 San Antonio Rock n Roll Half Marathon 11.15.09
Marine Corps D.C. Marathon 10.25.09 Winter Races  
Dublin Ireland Marathon 10.26.09 Memphis Half Marathon 12.05.09
New York City ING Marathon 11.01.09 Las Vegas Half Marathon 12.06.09
San Antonio Rock n Roll Marathon 11.15.09 Dallas White Rock Half Marathon 12.13.09
Winter Races   Orlando Walt Disney Half Marathon 01.09.10
Memphis Marathon 12.05.09 Phoenix Rock n Roll Half Marathon 01.17.10
Las Vegas Marathon 12.06.09 Aramco Houston Half Marathon 01.17.10
Dallas White Rock Marathon 12.13.09 Austin 3M Half Marathon & Relay 01.24.10
Honolulu Marathon 12.13.09 Miami ING Half Marathon 01.31.10
Orlando Walt Disney Marathon 01.10.10 Austin Half Marathon 02.14.10
Phoenix Rock n Roll Marathon 01.17.10    
Chevron Houston Marathon 01.17.10    
Miami ING Marathon 01.31.10    
Austin Marathon 02.14.10