LA Road Runners

This is your reminder to hydrate 💦 it’s hot out there so drink up!

The Santa Monica Classic is “only” a 5K or 10K...right?

Ugh...that word “only.”

One of the biggest mistakes we make is assuming that because these races are shorter, they don’t need a goal or a training plan. But having a goal - even if it’s to finish feeling strong - gives your training purpose and keeps you motivated.

If you’re new to racing, your goal might be to complete the distance, run or walk farther than ever before, or cross the finish line smiling.

If you’re an experienced runner, maybe you’re chasing a personal best or a course PR. Just remember: the shorter the race, the harder it is to make big improvements. Knocking even 15–30 seconds off a 5K can take weeks of focused training.

Not sure what your goal should be? Run a time trial. A recent race result or a hard 1-2 mile effort is one of the best ways to set realistic training paces and track your progress.

Choose a training plan that matches where you are NOW, not where you think you should be. Training at the right level builds confidence, keeps you healthy, and gives you the best chance to reach your goal.

⭐⭐ Also…can we agree to retire the words “only” and “just” when talking about training and race distances? Every mile is an accomplishment - whether you’re racing for a PR or cruising at party pace.

Loved to see you LARR! Thanks for coming out to the Summer Meet Up in Santa Monica and congrats to our prize winners (🤩everyone who attended and signed in - you're entered in the grand prize drawing at the end of the summer).

⭐Big thanks to who brought the ASICS and who brought the warm ups!

Are you training for on Sept 13? Training plans for Levels 1-5 are up on the LARR webpage and they kick off today 📆 so head over to larr.lamarathon.com > training resources (link in bio) to download your plan.

Save the Date: Next meet up is Sat, Aug 8 in Griffith Park

LARR PRICE INCREASE TONIGHT

Make sure to lock in the lowest price before rates go up!

Join LA Road Runners, the official in-person training program of the ASICS Los Angeles Marathon and get 26 weeks of coached training, pace groups in three convenient locations, exclusive race day perks, and an amazing community to help you every step of the way.

Training kicks off in September, so don't wait - register today before prices increase tonight

🔗 larr.lamarathon.com


Price goes up on Sunday, July 12 at 11:59pm

LARR Price Increase Approaching! 🚨

Sign up before Monday to lock in the lowest price

🏃 Train for the ASICS Los Angeles Marathon with 26 weeks of coached training in any of our three locations - Santa Monica, Griffith Park, Balboa Park (stick to one or move around).

Run, run/walk and walk with the official marathon pace team. We've got groups for 3 to 7 hours. All levels welcome.

LARR membership also includes:

✅ Race day perks like Locker Room access at the and Corral B + an exclusive LARR meet-up area at the ASICS .
✅ ASICS tech shirts
✅ Invitation to Meet Ups at Dodger Stadium
✅ Weekly Online Coach Chats
✅ Product samples & perks
✅ Friendship for miles

Join our community and save before prices go up on Monday! Last day at current price is Sunday at 11:59pm.

LARR’s Santa Monica location combines long miles with beach vibes 🌴🌊 (plus local hills and trails). Come preview some of our favorite spots at the Summer Meet Up this Saturday.

It's and with less than 10 weeks away, you may be starting to think about training for the 5K or 10K. No matter what your goal, we have a few tips to get you started:

🎯 Set a goal.
Compete or complete? Whether you're aiming for a PR, testing out a new distance, or simply aiming to cross the finish line smiling, having a goal keeps you - and your training - focused.

📅 Pick the right plan - for you!
Choose one that fits your schedule, current fitness level, and goals. New to speed work? Start with a lower-intensity plan and build from there. LARR has training plans for Levels 1-5 (link in bio)

❤️ Know your why.
Fun, fitness, charity, or a personal challenge - your "why" will keep you moving when motivation dips (those dips get very real when the weather is crumby or you didn't sleep well!).

⌚ Track your progress.
Whether you use an app or a paper calendar, logging your runs helps you stay motivated, notice improvements, and avoid doing too much too soon.

👟 Find your community.
Training with a friend or group makes the miles more fun and helps keep you accountable. 🙌 Join LARR this Saturday as we kick off training for the Santa Monica Classic!

⏰ Planning to train for the with LARR starting this Fall? If you haven't registered for LARR yet, now's the time - prices go up Sunday night!

Summer Meet Up Santa Monica - Saturday at 7AM! Kick off training for the with us. We'll meet where you'll pick up your bib for race day and preview part of the course.

📍3rd St Promenade - in front of Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (1312 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica)

🗺️ 3 or 5 miles - we have walk, run, and run/walk groups

👟ASICS shoe demos with

⭐Prizes and refreshments

🤝Collab with our friends at

Just show up!

LA Road Runners kicks off training for the ASICS in September. Sign up before the price increase on July 13 - link in bio.

It's a HOLIDAY WEEKEND Friday so of course we're excited🤩!

+ we're excited to see you July 11 for our in Santa Monica. Watch for details next week about our course preview, ASICS shoe demos, and chance to connect with our LARR and friends. Everyone's welcome.

📣LARR Price Increase coming July 13. Lock in the lowest price and join us in September as we train for the ASICS