TEAM BLACK DOG Freedom 5K Training Team

Come join Team Black Dog and train for the 2022 Myrtle Beach Independence Day 5K!*  Team Black Dog will equip you with the tools and knowledge to help you cross the finish line. Taught by certified running coaches and experienced runners with a passion for the sport, participants will receive individual attention and help along this journey. Virtual participants are encouraged to join!

There are no prerequisites for this training program!

• If you are a seasoned 5K runner, we will help you run stronger.
• If it's your first or your first in awhile, we will help you cross the finish line with your head held high!

Start Date:

• Orientation: Wednesday, May 4, 6:15pm
• Training plan begins: Saturday, May 7 (on your own*)
• First training group run: Wednesday, May 11, 6:15pm

Target Race Date:  July 4, 2022

Training Cost:

• $70.00/participant (does not include race entry fee)

Program Includes:

• Daily training plan including a variety of workouts, cross training, and rest days
• 1 weekly "coach led" team workout for training team members only
• Team Black Dog Technical Shirt
• Store discounts
• Race Registration discount
• Access to private team communication (We use Facebook and GroupMe app)
• Gear tips
• Nutrition/hydration tips
• Strength workouts
• Warm-up/cool down stretching
• General training tips
• Form drills
• Gait analysis during BDRC shop hours
• Core training tips
• Technology coaching
• Race day preparation
• Training Team Runs (meet at BDRC)

*Training Week Runs from Black Dog:

• Wednesdays-6:15pm Tempo/Speedwork (training team members only)
• Thursdays-6:00pm Easy Pace Group Run/Walk (open to the public-not coach led)
• Saturdays - 8am Easy Pace "Long" Group Run/Walk (open to the public-not coach led)