Training
The Lung Power Team partners with Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) to provide full & half marathon training to all of our local Chicago area runners.
From beginners to experienced runners, CARA's programs provide you with everything you need to achieve your running and fitness goals. Learn how to get started running, how to prepare for races, how to put new twists into your workouts, and how to maximize your performance.
Group Running Benefits
Running with a group is proven to make your training more enjoyable and successful. 98% of CARA Training Program participants highly recommend the program to a friend.
Group Runs - CARA meets on Saturday or Sunday morning for long runs and one evening a week for a group run. Check out information on last year's group runs - info for 2012 available soon. Runs are available at locations throughout the Chicagoland area including the city & suburbs.
Other CARA benefits:
- Training program designed by Hal Higdon
- Pacer lead group runs
- CARA running singlet
- CARA Membership (1 year)
- Access to a 24 hour injury hotline supported by NovaCare.
- Free Entry into CARA SuperClinic (in June)
- Complimentary entry into the 5th Annual CARA Ready to Run 20 Miler (in September)

