12K Training Program

The group trains together on Mondays & Wednesdays at 5:30 pm for training runs. Weekly workouts include: hill training, tempo runs, interval runs, middle/long distance runs. Training Prerequisite : Participants must be able to comfortably run a 5k in 40min. Participants need a pair of properly fit running shoes and technical fabric socks prior to starting training. This Program Includes: Weekly running plans for experienced and new distance runners Workouts coached by experienced and motivated coaches Seminars on distance training topics Race entry is NOT included $20 discount on any fully priced shoe from Brooks Upcoming Training: Battleship 12K: Training begins August 24th, 2026 | Running Wild, Fairhope, AL. ( Race Day: November 15, 2026 ) (The group will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30pm) Meet the Coaches: Christine: Christine started her running journey in high school, where she participated in track and cross country. While not running competitively in college, she continued to run recreationally, finding her way back to local competitions later in life. Later, Christine moved to Fairhope and began a second career at Running Wild. Christine has completed multiple half and full marathon distance races, as well as an Ironman triathlon. She is a RCAA-certified coach who most enjoys working with new runners or runners returning to the sport after extended time off! Wenche: Born and raised in Norway, Wenche has always had a love for the outdoors and an active lifestyle. She started her running journey at Running Wild 2 years ago, after moving to Fairhope. She has been a recreational runner for years, but began running more competitively in 2015. Over the years, Wenche has run many races, from a 5K all the way up to a marathon. Wenche is RRCA Certified, with CPR and First Aid certifications!