Train for the ASICS Los Angeles Marathon
LA Road Runner's experienced coaches and pace leaders, in-person training across Los Angeles, free online training resources, and race day support help thousands of people achieve their goals each year.
Whether you’re training for your first 26.2 or chasing a personal record, LARR provides the structure, expertise, and community to help you arrive at the start line confident and ready.
No matter your pace, background, or starting point, LARR is your home for marathon training.
In-Person TrainingÂ
26-week marathon training program from September to March
- weekly long miles in Santa Monica, Griffith Park, & Balboa Park
- all paces and experience levels
- pace groups for 3 to 6:30 hour goal finish time
- runners, walkers, run/walkers welcome
- expert coaching, community support, and exclusive race day perks
Training Resources
Free online training resources for everyone preparing for The McCourt Foundation races.
- Levels 1–5 training plans for the Santa Monica Classic, Rose Bowl Half Marathon, and the LA Marathon
- weekly online coach chats and newsletters
- training tips, race insights, and training FAQs
Meet the LARR Team
LA Road Runners is led by Head Coach David Levine and supported by nearly 100 dedicated Pace Leaders who guide, motivate, and keep people on pace at weekly trainings and on race day at the Rose Bowl Half Marathon and ASICS Los Angeles Marathon.
- learn about our Coach, Pace Leaders, and the pace groups
- hear what it means to be a pace leader at LARR and on race day
The Official In-Person Training Program of the
ASICS Los Angeles Marathon
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