St Pete Running Company is dedicated to runners young and old, experienced or new to running. We are pleased to announce training programs that meet the needs of all levels of experience. We will be offering Track and Speedwork Programs, Half Marathon Training, Triathlon and Duathlon Training, 5K/10K Race Training, and one on one coaching (see Coaching tab).
Training
Current Programs: Summer Speed Track Program
Summer Speed 2026
Starting on July 15th, 2026 is a 7-week Speed, Strength & Conditioning Program! This program is designed to help improve your speed and keep strong through the hot summer months.
What?
Join us for Summer Speed, coached running workouts designed to improve your VO2 Max, running form and Running Economy.
Cost: $77 for the full 7-week program
- Sign up online, in store or at the track
Register https://shop.stpeterunningco.com/product/6748548/sprc/summer-speed-track-program-2026
You can also sign up at track with credit card, cash, or Venmo. It will save you money to purchase the entire training block.
Program Highlights
- Meets Every Wednesdays 6:30 pm (no AM session)
- Program commences this Wednesday, July 15th and ends on Aug 26th
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Each session is designed to help you become a faster, stronger, and more efficient runner through a progressive training plan that includes:
- Dynamic Warm-Up & Mobility – Improve flexibility, movement quality, and prepare your body for training.
- Core Strength Training – Build stability and strength to improve running efficiency and reduce injury risk.
- Explosive Plyometric Training – Develop power, agility, and quickness.
- Speed & Interval Running – Increase your speed, stamina, and running economy with targeted interval workouts.
Why?
- Accomplishment, physical fitness, stamina & speed development.
- Improve your Lactate Threshold (LT2) and VO2 Max.
- Camaraderie with other like-minded runners.
- Accountability – it’s much easier to make yourself go to training if you know there is a friendly & supportive group waiting for you to join them!
- Guidance: We have 2 expert coaches who will guide and teach you
Where?
- Northside Christian School Track, 7777 62nd Ave N, St Petersburg Fl
Who?
- This program is designed for beginner to advanced runners who:
- Want to get faster
- Enjoy group training and accountability
- Can complete a 2 – 3 mile run
What to Bring
- Running shoes suitable for speed work and plyometrics
- 1–2 bottles of water and/or electrolytes
- A towel or yoga mat for floor exercises
NOT SURE? If you’re on the fence, we encourage you to come try the first workout for free.
Any questions? E-mail Cody
General FAQ for Track and Speed Work
Do I have to be fast to train with you guys?
A: Absolutely Not. As long as you can at least run slowly for 1-2 minutes you’re going to be fine. You have to start somewhere.
What are the age requirements?
A: This is an adult running program. Focused middle-school kids may attend provided that they comply with instructions. If you have children who are interested, bring them. Children are important to us and we don’t turn them away from a running experience. We invite younger kids to participate in the kids’ workout in the outside lanes. For their safety they are required to stay in lanes 6-8 whilst training. There is no cost for children’s running at this time.
How much do you run?
A: Typically athletes cover 3-4 miles at various speeds.
How long is the workout?
A: Usually about 60 minutes. A workout usually consists of much more than just running. A typical session looks like this:
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Warm up jog
- Group dynamic stretches ( we teach you)
- Group drills (we’ll show you)
- an explanation from the coaches of the days’ training.
- Speed work performed in groups while athletes run with people of similar abilities.
- Core work
- Awards.
How do I sign up?
A: Register at the track or the store
Come to St. Pete Running Company, 6986 22nd Ave North, St. Petersburg and you can sign up in store. You’ll need to fill out a liability waiver stating that you are in good enough physical condition to be training. If you can’t make it to the store to enroll, simply bring cash or your card to Northside Christian School Track on Wednesday. If you’re doing the morning workout, arrive by 5:15 AM. If you’re doing the evening workout, arrive by 6:15 PM. Also, you’ll want to join our free club Run St. Pete in order to stay in touch with training opportunities and all the details. Or you can sign up over the phone by calling us at 727-800-5043. However, you will still need to sign a waiver in store or at the track.
What if I miss a day?
A: If you miss a session, that’s okay. We know not everyone can make every week due to conflicts like vacation. Due to the progressive nature of interval training, the best results are usually achieved with consistent training. The more consistent your training is, the more consistent your results will be. But missing a week here and there will not be too much of a hindrance.
Rain?
A: We still run in the rain and it usually feels great! If there is lightning within proximity we reserve the right to cancel it. Please check the Facebook Group Run St. Pete to be kept up to date with training and how it regards to weather conditions.