TRAINED IN TERRE HAUTE

Training for Spring 2024 Half Marathons

The training season in 2024 will be our 25th year of serving the community through the TNT program. This program has introduced so many to the joys of fitness, health and friendship through running and walking. We at WVRR are proud of the opportunity you give us each year and hope that you join us! In 2024 our membership program will include half marathon training, in person or virtual. The half marathon training includes coaches for all levels (walker, beginning, intermediate and advanced). The 2024 WVRR membership includes a discount on a half marathon.

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What is “Trained in Terre Haute” all about?

Trained in Terre Haute, or TNT, as our program is commonly referred to, is a 18-week training program to prepare athletes of all levels to complete (and compete) in a spring half marathon. There are several half marathons in the spring that will fit into this training schedule.

Starting Date:

TNT/Spring Half Marathon Training – In person and virtual option

Start date: Jan 9, 2024 – May 11, 2024

Call-out meeting: Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m., Terre Haute North High School – Hear from the program directors, coaches and partners about the program and what to expect during training. Sign up for the program at the meeting or online.

First training meeting: January 9, Terre Haute North High School – For all members registered to participate in TNT to meet your coaches, pick up training schedules and TNT apparel (if ordered by Dec. 10), and hear more details about what to expect this year as we train together for spring races!

Where:

Saturdays, 8 a.m. at Hawthorn Park

Advanced/Int Advanced – Coaches: Danny Dubois, Brian Shober
Intermediate Advanced – Adam Pomfret
Intermediate – Coaches: Kim Brown, Butch Bosworth
Beginner – Coach: Scott Isles
Walkers – Coaches: Sue Cass

Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. at Deming Park

Meet at the playground parking lot in separate groups as usual.

What if there is inclement weather?

Rule of thumb is we train through anything! But if a cancellation is needed, a decision will be made and posted by 6 a.m. on Saturday morning. The information will also be posted on Facebook and sent out to members via email.

How can I get TNT gear?

Wabash Valley Road Runners TNT gear is for sale through this online pop-up shop. The deadline to order items to ensure they’re available at first day of TNT training is December 10, 2023. Items will be available for pick up at the firs training meeting on January 9 at Terre Haute North High School.

How to Register:

To participate in the 2024 half marathon training program, you just need to be an active Wabash Valley Road Runner member. You can renew OR join by clicking the register button below. Be sure to indicate in your membership renewal if you will be participating in TNT. All TNT apparel and printed books are additional fees and if selected will be added to your membership fee at checkout.

There will be an informative meeting on January 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Terre Haute North High School cafeteria.

Upon registration, you will receive an email welcoming you to the club and a link to purchase additional TNT apparel. TNT program information will follow in early January.

Fitness Walkers to Advanced Runners are Welcome!

We have 5 different training levels. When you register simply indicate the level you are interested in. Don’t worry, you can change your level by asking the coordinators!

The TNT Levels are as Follows:

Fitness Walker

The athlete intends to walk the entire 13.1 miles, current fitness level is not relevant.

Beginning Runner

The athlete is new to running and may find it necessary to walk short intervals.

Intermediate Runner

The athlete has done TNT before or has ran races of 10K or longer.

Advanced Intermediate Runner

These athletes are interested in running faster regardless of current pace. This is a performance-based training group and the workouts will be more difficult. This group’s primary focus is on those wishing to run the a half-marathon in under 2:00.

Advanced

The athlete wishes to run faster regardless of current pace. This is performance-based training and more individualized. The group is primarily for those wishing to run a half marathon under 1:40.

“A big thank you to all those who make the TNT program possible! The Indy Mini was my first half marathon and I am thankful for the coaches and the other runners in the beginner’s group who offered advice throughout the program as I have never been a runner. I set a goal time that was a little ambitious but ended up beating it by almost 4 minutes! While running I specifically remembered some advice Buddy gave me one Saturday about not worrying solely on the time on my watch but to gauge my effort as well. In training I was trying to run faster but wasn’t accounting for the hills (and extra effort) into my time. On race day my watch told me I was running too fast but I felt my effort level was where it needed to be. This advice was great. If anyone reads this that has thought about joining TNT I highly recommend it and look forward to the training program again next year!”
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– Phillip Wiseman

“I joined Trained in Terre Haute to train for my first Indianapolis Mini Marathon in hopes of learning a few things about running and improving my time over my first half marathon. What I gained from TNT was so much more than training for the Indy Mini. I made so many amazing friendships through the group runs. One of those friends and I just trained for and completed our first marathon together. I trained for my first half, the Crossroads Half Marathon, mostly on my own. As a working mother of 3 it’s sometimes hard to find the motivation to run. Through TNT, I discovered that training with a group of supportive runners and coaches is a whole different experience. It’s so much easier to get up early on a Saturday morning knowing that your friends and fellow runners are waiting for you. I recommend the TNT program to anyone who is interested in running a half marathon this spring, whether it’s their first or their 50th.”
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– Samantha Brown

“I first started running back in the mid 80’s. I was 34 at the time. Jack Vickars lived just down the street and I used to see him running all the time. I was fat, lazy and smoked a couple packs a day. I decided to go on a diet, quit smoking, and started running and got hooked up with Jack. He was my running mentor. After about a year of trying to keep up I finally was able to outrun him. He was 20 years older than I was. LOL Jack and I used to ride to all the races together. I should say his wife drove us to all the races. Including several in Indy. Even the Indy Mini. I knew several others in the WVRR and we ran together all the time. THEN I got hooked on Golf, big time much for running. 25 years later when I turned 60 I decided to run again. A lot of things had changed. I had moved to Marshall, IL, had retired from Columbia House and didn’t know anybody that ran anymore. I also found out running was still fun, but it was a lot harder since I was older. Finally, one day I was down at Lincoln Trail State Park and Heather Setzer pulled in beside me. Heather being real shy and quiet (Ha!) asked me if I wanted to run with her, I did. While we were running she mentioned TNT. I had heard of TNT but didn’t know much about it. I took her advice and signed up. TNT not only gave me an opportunity to train with other runners in the area, it was also an opportunity to make new friends. I look forward to Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings to meet with my friends and run. There’s always someone around to help keep me motivated, and it’s always nice to have someone else to talk to while you’re out there as well. It makes the time and miles zip right by. The training schedule is well documented and there are trainers to work with you in every group. It’s also a bargain. I get my membership to WVRR, Training Manual, Coaches, Training Shirt, Pizza Party, Singlet, Entry to Mini, Bus Ride to Race, and a Picnic a week after the race. All for $155. Oh, I almost forgot, you also get a 20% discount at Pacesetters while you are training. I’m now 66 and this will be 4th year to sign up and I’m looking forward to it. “

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– Steve Moore

“Hi, my name is Jamie Simpson. I’m a 50-year-old Grammy of 4. Let me tell you a little about my experience with TNT. I started with TNT 4 years ago never doing more than a 10K. This club has encouraged me and supported me through my endeavors. In the four years I have ran Indy Mini 4 times completed 3 full marathons and several more halves. You cannot go wrong with joining TNT. You will develop friends for life and accomplish your goals you never dreamed. Had someone told me 5 years ago I would do this many half marathons, 3 full marathons to date, 3 Spartan races and many 5K races and obstacle races, I would have said they were crazy. But this club encourages you and support you and pushes you to go outside your comfort zone. My first year I walked the mini now I do a run walk. Never give up on your dreams even when you don’t know you have them. “
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– Jamie Simpson

“The idea of running just to run gave me anxiety and was mentally painful. I played soccer in high school and always considered myself active but running more than 3 miles seemed impossible. In 2013, a friend of mine completed the Indy 500 Mini Marathon. I was amazed that she ran 13.1 miles! I couldn’t believe it that people willingly ran that far of a distance! But at that very moment, that tiny voice inside of me said, you can do it! I decided if I was going to succeeded at something that I “thought” I hated, then I needed support! I signed up for the Wabash Valley Road Runners “Trained in Terre Haute” program and it was the best decision ever! I absolutely fell in love with running! It doesn’t happen overnight but as the weeks go by it gets easier! It’s the other runners, coaches and the program, it just works! It’s a friendly, welcoming environment. You do it together and build friendships along the way. Three years later and I’ve ran 6 half marathons, one half Ironman and I just completed my first full marathon. I guarantee if it wasn’t for TNT, I would have never run more than 3 miles. “
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– Brittany Earl

Meet Your Coaches

Sue Cass - Walking Coach

When I joined WVRR/TNT I was looking for something different to do. I had never entered a race or walked that much but I decided to try one year. I have never stopped. When people say they could never do the races I tell them I didn’t think I could either. I just took it one mile at a time and soon was surprised to find I could do it! You don’t have to be a runner, you don’t have to be fast, you just have to want to do your best and enjoy. I became a coach and enjoy meeting & working with the walkers. Age does not matter, if it did I would not be in the group! I cannot say how many friends I have made. I look forward to meeting and walking and I feel you will never want to quit once you start! What better way to help stay healthy than walking! Try it, you’ll like it!!

Scott Isles - Beginner Coach

I am Scott Isles your beginner coach. I have been involved in Wabash Valley Roadrunners for 14 years. I was never a runner and thought running a half marathon sounded like a real challenge and would be a cool thing to do. Here I am 14 years later and can’t imagine running not being part of my life. Joining up with us is a life changer. Not only do you meet other great runners, but you get healthier at the same time there is nothing else like it. Come join the beginners, we conquer one mile at a time, take our weekly photo and I can tell you about meeting my wife right here training. And throw in some stories of the great races you have to look forward to.

Danny Dubois - Intermediate Coach

Our Advanced/Advanced Intermediate coach is West Terre Haute native Danny Dubois. he has been running for 40+ years and this is his seventh year coaching TNT.

Adam Pomfret - Intermediate Coach

Adam Pomfret has been running for about 13 years and enjoys motivating others to run. He has more than 20 years of professional experience as a physical therapist with an emphasis on spine, orthopedics, and sports. Adam has a keen interest in keeping runners running safely. The abilities of his fellow WVRR coaches motivate him to improve as a runner & coach. Always looking for an opportunity to learn something new and challenge himself, he earned the designation as an RRCA Level I running coach in 2019. He is hoping to make TNT a rewarding experience for everyone. .

Brian Shober - Advanced Coach

I started running in 2016 and in 2017 I wanted to get faster so I joined TNT. That year I took over ten minutes off my half time and made some great friends. I started coaching in 2019 and loved it. Helping people work hard and achieve there goals is a big motivation for me to continue to be a coach.

Join Us for our 2024 Half Marathon Training!

Become a Wabash Valley Road Runner member or RENEW your membership in 2023 to get access to our half marathon training program.

If you have any questions, fill out the form below and we will respond ASAP!