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LAKE MERRITT JOGGERS AND STRIDERS 

Serving The East Bay's Running Community Since 1977

We're a volunteer-based, nonprofit running club that loves to have fun. We support our diverse running community through training, races, social engagement, and outreach. We foster camaraderie, collaboration, and empowerment within the club and the community.

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, we have a place for you at LMJS. We host regular social runs, trail runs, and training programs for all levels of runners. We also have a race team that is registered with the US Track and Field association.

But LMJS is more than just a running club. We're a community. We love to get together and socialize after runs, and we're always looking for new ways to give back to the community.

So if you're looking for a friendly and fun running club, LMJS is the place for you! Come join us for a run today!

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Upcoming Races

  • 27 Oct 2024 8:45 AM
    Come join us IN PERSON at Lake Merritt for one of the East Bay's favorite races!

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    • 05 May 2024
    • 29 Dec 2024
    • 35 sessions
    • varies
    Register

    Welcome to the LMJS Sunday Trail Runs!

    Don't miss out on the weekly updates for the Sunday Trail Runs! Register here to receive timely emails with the locations. Remember, the deadline for receiving the weekly group email message is Thursday at noon.  Available most Sundays, 4th Sunday dates and Special races cancel.


    • 11 May 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 10 Nov 2024
    • 10:00 AM
    • Various
    Register


    • 05 Oct 2024
    • 21 Dec 2024
    • 12 sessions
    • varies
    Register

    Welcome to the LMJS Saturday Social Runs!

    Please register here at the bottom of the column on the left to receive weekly emails with the locations for the Saturday Social Runs.

    Don't miss out on the weekly updates for the Saturday Social Runs! Register here to receive timely emails with the locations. Remember, the deadline for receiving this week's group email message is Wednesday evening. Registered later? Please email runducksrun@gmail.com for the upcoming run deets.

    Covid Protocols:  We ask that all participants be vaccinated to keep our group as safe as possible. Come wearing a mask to check in if wanted. While running, it will be your personal preference to run with or without your mask. If you are not feeling well or have any covid symptoms, please refrain from coming.  We will be following the applicable county Health Guidelines on the date of our run. 

    • 18 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 23 Mar 2025
    • 11:30 AM
    • Location varies
    Register


    The LMJS Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2025 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule, group runs, lots of support and tips, running store discounts, and more. Since 2010, we've supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned marathoner, we'll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come run with us! 

    Marathon Training Program:
    Begins Monday, November 18, 2024
    F
    irst group run on Saturday, November 23, 2024
    To be best ready to go, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program.

    Half Marathon Training Program:
    Begins Monday, December 30, 2024.
    Optional: join in November/December for more training fun. 
    First group run on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

    To be best ready to go, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December.

    To register, click on the "register" button at the bottom left. As a volunteer-run club, LMJS strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner's participation, please contact us. 

    Once you register, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation, please email marathontraining@lmjs.org. 

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