Typical Training Week
Energize yourself - Week over Week
A typical weekly schedule of the Training Program is illustrated above with sessions conducted 6 days a week.
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Strength Training - build your foundation! :
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Two 1hr online session - Morning ~6am or Evening ~6pm
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Weekday Mentor-led Runs - build your local community:
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Three times a week at a trail near you
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45min to 1.5 hours based on distance.
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AM or PM based on local cohort preference.​
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Cohort locations: Almaden Valley, Campbell / Los Gatos, Evergreen, Fremont, Mountain View / Sunnyvale / Cupertino, Tri-Valley - Dublin / Pleasanton / San Ramon
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Weekend Long Runs - build your endurance!
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Runs led by our experienced Coaches
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1.5hrs. 1 to 2.5hrs hours based on distance.
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Typically on Sundays at 8am
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On Saturdays on Mothers/Father's day and Memorial day
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Well organized trail with volunteers manning check-in, trail markings, aide stations and refreshments and lots of cheers at the end-of the run.
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Aid-stations with hydration essential nutrition for your run
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Marked trails
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End-of-run Cheer and Refreshments
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Volunteers enabling your runs
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Coaches offer personalized attention as needed and stay connected throughout the week​​
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Speed Training - build your speed & endurance (Optional)
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Once a week, alternative to Mentor run.
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Typically Tuesdays.
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Experience track running that is timed.
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Varied speed workouts every week, including hill-runs.
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Mental Resiliency (Optional):
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Typically on Thursdays at 7pm. Location: Saratoga
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One hour Session by Dr Anu Singh.
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Enhance your grit and Mental stamina.​
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We're here for you
Our dedicated team leaves no stone unturned to ensure you reach the finish line smiling and injury-free as we cheer you on.
Coaches
Ultra-marathoners with years of experience coaching trainees at all levels
Cohort
Intimate group of participants who train together locally with their mentors
Mentors
Experienced Striders participants who are passionate about the impact
Organizers
Dedicated volunteers who are passionate about the Striders program and its impact
Bay area trails you will come to love
Weekday Mentor-del cohort runs - join one of the cohorts near you located at: Almaden Valley, Campbell / Los Gatos, Evergreen, Fremont, Mountain View / Sunnyvale / Cupertino, Tri-Valley - Dublin / Pleasanton / San Ramon
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Weekend sessions - typically at Baylands, Los Gatos Creek, Coyote Creek and for 2025 in Fremont as well.
The Half Marathon
Finish Line
The Striders program is designed to prepare you for the Half Marathon at The Dream Mile event. . Coaches provide an extremely detailed guide to prepare for race-day a week before the event. In addition, the Striders group warms up together before the race and there is a strong sense of camaraderie throughout, with Striders cheering and supporting each other the entire way! We also celebrate and congratulate Striders for the impact they have made through their fundraising efforts during the program.
Registration for the race is separate from the Striders program and Striders are offered a discount.
Become a part of the Striders community
A way of life
Striders program sets the Striders up with a way of life. We believe the benefits go far beyond those of physical health. For some, it also becomes a form of meditation, while others enjoy the thrill of accomplishment, or just the pleasure of good company.
Striders alumni group
All participants that complete the program are invited to join the Striders Alumni Family (WhatsApp group) that also includes the coaches and mentors. Here we celebrate, support, guide and share in our pursuits towards improving our physical, mental and spiritual selves through this simple, but powerful sport.
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Striders continue to rock it
Every Strider alum comes away with an incredible appreciation of what their entire beings are capable of, and what they can accomplish with one more step.
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Many striders return every year building their endurance and speed.
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Many give back by volunteering for Striders or for Vibha
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Many alumni have continued on to complete marathons and ultra-marathons. Some train to become mentors and coaches for the program.
The gallery below highlights some of their accomplishments from previous years.
A Cautionary Note
We encourage all participants to consult a physician if they have any questions regarding their health or physical condition. All information and materials released on this site and during the training sessions are reviewed carefully for accuracy and are meant for informational purposes only. They are not intended to be a substitute for medical consultation by qualified professionals.