About the START 5K & 10K
START is a training program for people new to running or returning after time away, offered through Big River Running in Saint Louis. The two distance tracks run on the same days and at the same locations, so switching between them mid-season is straightforward. Along the way, coaches cover injury prevention, nutrition, and running form, not just miles.
The program is free. Both groups train together, which makes the schedule simple if you are deciding between distances. The shorter track builds toward a continuous run at goal pace, while the longer track suits anyone who has already finished a 5K and wants a new target to work toward.
