High Desert
Half Marathon
Training Group
"Elevate Every Step"
The High Desert Half Marathon Training Group is a collaboration between the coaching service Gaynor Train and the local running retailer, The Running Hub.
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July 14th - October 19th, 2025
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Twice Weekly Practices; Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Running Hub and Saturday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at various trails in the area.
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​Price: $170; $145 for current Santa Fe Striders members. Register by June 7th for a $5 early-bird discount!
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Set a lifetime best with us!
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The group is led by Evan Gaynor; the owner and namesake of Gaynor Train. Evan is a 2x Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier, and was the top Ohioan in both the 2016 and 2020 marathon Trials. He has run 1:04:44 for half marathon, and 2:17:29 for the full marathon, and has worked with runners of all different levels and abilities for over 12 years. He is joined by knowledgeable and friendly coaching staff.
"I was lucky enough to have some great coaches in my life-Frank O'Rourke, Bill Squires-so I know the importance of having that good feedback and guidance when you run. It's vital! Evan knows his stuff: he was an Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier and he's trained distance runners of all levels for over 12 years. It's also so, so important to run with friends and find your community."
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-Bill Rodgers, 4x Winner of the Boston and New York City Marathons
As a member, you'll receive some great in-store discounts for all your training and racing needs at The Running Hub including: 20% off the purchase of ANY one pair of shoes,10% off ANY in-store purchase (Unlimited!!)​, and other discounts and giveaways throughout the course of the program. ​​​PLUS, all High Desert Half Marathon Training Group athletes receive a membership to the Santa Fe Striders INCLUDED in the price of signup!