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Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program - 2025/2026

  • 01 Oct 2025
  • 8:00 AM
  • 15 Feb 2026
  • 11:30 AM
  • Location varies

Registration

  • For current LMJS members. Login to get the member rate.
  • To join at an even lower rate become an LMJS member by clicking on Membership above.
    After joining LMJS, log in and register at the discounted LMJS member rate.
  • To join at an even lower rate become an LMJS member by clicking on Membership above.
    After joining LMJS, log in and register at the discounted LMJS member rate.
  • For current LMJS members. Log in to get the members' rate.
  • To join at an even lower rate become an LMJS member by clicking on Membership above.
    After joining LMJS, log in and register at the discounted LMJS member rate.
  • To join at an even lower rate, become an LMJS member by clicking on Membership above.
    After joining LMJS, log in and register at the discounted LMJS member rate.
  • Use discount code provided in Transports email. For current LMJS members. Login to get the member rate.
  • Use discount code provided in Transports email. To join at an even lower rate become an LMJS member by clicking on Membership above. After joining LMJS, log in and register at the discounted LMJS member rate.

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The LMJS Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2026 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 newcomer or a seasoned marathoner, we'll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come run with us! 

Marathon Training Program:
Begins Monday, November 17, 2025
F
irst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday, November 22, 2025, the 
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 29, 2025.
Optional: join in November/December for more training fun. 
First group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday, January 3, 2026, 

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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