Crim Training Program
For over 30 years, the Crim Training Program is nationally recognized for its size, impact, training methods, and inclusivity. And, it is an awesome way to get moving and stay active and accountable with fellow runners and walkers all summer long.
The 15-week program is guided by long-time group leaders and a detailed training calendar that helps you prepare for your Crim 10-Mile, Half Crim 5-mile, or 5K. Crim has groups that meet on most days of the week and we are always adding morning and evening groups!
VIRTUAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Want to train for your Crim race wherever you are?
Register for one of our "Train Where You Are" virtual training options! You'll follow our proven training calendar from May-August and have access to online support and resources. Those who register for this option will receive their packet in the mail and will not meet weekly with a training group.
- Join a running or walking group that fits your pace
- Train for the HAP Crim Festival of Races 10 Mile, 5 Mile, or 5K race
- Enjoy weekly training runs/walks May 5th through August
- Find the right group: We have groups that meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (morning and evening groups available most days)
- Benefit from Group Leader guidance and encouragement at all group workouts
- Complete workouts designed to help you meet your goals
- Use online resources to aid you in your training (saved routes, technology tutorials, and more)
- Entry into the HAP Crim Festival of Races and all related race giveaways
- 2 vouchers for a free race entry into partner voucher races throughout the Summer
- Crim training shirt (in addition to your Crim race shirt)
- Monthly training calendars following proven methods, designed to get you ready for your Crim race and stay active through the year
- Promotions from Bauman's, Complete Runner, Community Podiatry, Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, RMI, and many other sponsors
- Access to in person Kick Off & Victory parties
The Crim proudly offers training groups to meet all paces, distances and abilities! Check out some of the groups below!
(Tuesday night unless otherwise indicated)
GTF run or walk groups have the goal of finishing their race. These groups use an interval training method to help you get ready for your race! Various paces and distances available.
(Tuesday night unless otherwise indicated)
TG run or walk groups have a specific time goal in mind for finishing the race. They also incorporate speed work into training. These groups use an interval training method or a pace-per-mile option to help participants get ready for the race! Groups that are non-interval are listed as NI. Various paces and distances are available.
(Tuesday night unless otherwise indicated)
NI Groups train for a mile-per-minute pace. Non interval groups can be found under Time Goal Training Groups. Various paces available.
(Tuesday - 5:30pm)
All of the benefits of the traditional Training Program plus benefits from Insight Health and Fitness such as day passes, nutrition classes and discounts on massage and personal training. Open to all distances and paces Walk or Run.
(Monday Night)
Open to all distances and paces Walk or Run.
(Thursday Night)
Open to all distances and paces Walk or Run.
5k Training Group for those with visual impairments.
5k and 5 mile training group for those who are Deaf. Must be fluent in ASL.
(Tuesday afternoons)
A specialized training group for those who are amputees and who use a prosthesis. Lead with the specialized support and expertise of a Primary Prevention Physiotherapy Physical Therapist.
NEW! Post-Crim Festival Half Marathon Training
In addition to our traditional training program, we are thrilled to announce our brand new Half Marathon Training Program that will continue our 10-mile running or walking training program into the Fall!
Join us for an 8-week program that will build on your 10-mile base to complete the inaugural Halloween Half at Crossroads Village on October 24th, 2026!
The week of August 25th, 2026
- Entry in the BRAND NEW Halloween Half at Crossroads Village on October 24th, 2026. With this race, you will receive all the amenities: a beautiful course, race shirt, bib, medal, aid stations, and post-race food!
- You will also receive a discount voucher to complete Crim’s 5K on the RUNway held at Flint’ Bishop International Airport held October 3rd 2025.
- Also included is a Mileage Calendar, weekly group training meet-ups, and half marathon specific training tools.
- Finally, you will receive an exclusive Half Marathon Training Tee.
- Unlike the traditional Crim Training Program, there will not be pace-specific groups. All participants will meet at one location and share a training course.
- Runners, walkers, and athletes of different paces will be separated into pace groups led by a group leader (if you are familiar with our Flint Campus Training Group, it will function much like this!)
- Once per week, the group will meet to train together
- The rest of the week, you will complete the mileage listed on the training calendar
