Thinking about training for your first half or full marathon and looking for a comprehensive training program in a fun and supportive environment? Completed one or more half and/or full marathons and looking to improve your race experience and meet new local runners? Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) is pleased to introduce our half and full marathon training program! The 2026 Summer Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program (Kalamazoo) runs on Saturday mornings at 7 a.m. and follows schedules to prepare you for a fall half or full marathon. Training schedules target the Detroit and Grand Rapids Half/Full Marathons, but can be easily modified to fit many other fall races. Membership in Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) is required to join the 2026 Summer Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program. The cost begins at $45, plus the cost of a KAR membership if not already a member ($25 individual/$35 family/$20 full-time student). The 2026 Summer Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Prog
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2026 Summer Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program (Kalamazoo) 2026 — Portage, MI
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Portage, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
