Saturday Morning Group Runs
Saturday morning group runs are open to everyone, regardless of pace or experience. These group runs are designed for runners of all paces, from those just getting started to those logging serious miles. No one gets left behind, and no one has to prove anything. You show up, you run, you belong.
Routes include a short, middle, and longer distance, allowing runners to choose what works best for them.
The focus is community and friendship, built mile by mile and conversation by conversation. Runs are supported with water or Gatorade, because taking care of each other matters. Bring a friend, introduce them to the group, and be part of what has kept the Capital Striders going strong for decades.
All group runs begin at 7:30 am.
Please choose the distance that best fits your training plan, and don't hesitate to adjust your pace or mileage based on the weather. Each route includes at least one water stop. If you plan to run 10 miles or more, please also bring your own water.
DATE |
Location |
SHORT |
MIDDLE |
LONG |
COMBINED
|
| September 5 |
Easter Lake Capital Pursuit route preview. | 4 miles | 10 miles | 13 miles | Map |
| September 12 | No group run. Join us at Capital Pursuit on Sunday, September 13. | ||||
| September 19 | Water Works Park Fountain | 4 miles | 13 miles | 18 miles | Map |
| September 26 | Water Works Park Fountain | 4 miles | 12 miles | 14 miles | Map |
| October 3 | Kinetic Edge | 4 miles | 10 miles | 13 miles | Map |
| October 10 | Fitness Sports - Ingersoll | Coming soon. | Coming soon. | Coming soon. | Map |
| October 17 |
No group run due to the IMT Des Moines Marathon. Not running? Consider volunteering at the Capital Striders water stop. | ||||
| October 24 |
Brown's Woods To Grandmother's House We Go route preview. | 3 miles | 6 miles | 9 miles | n/a |
| October 31 | No group run. Join us at To Grandmother's House We Go. | ||||