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Please Enter your email address or a valid special code to begin registration for the 2024 Credit Union Cherry Blossom Capitol Hill Challenge.
Participation in the Capitol Hill Competition requires verification of your status as a Capitol Hill employee -- either by use of your Capitol Hill email address or, if you do not wish to use your Capitol Hill email address, by use of a special entry code sent to your personal (non-Hill) email address after your eligibility to participate has been granted.
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Kirt West's Free On-Line Virtual Training Program
These training programs are ten-week programs offered in three versions: for beginning runners, intermediate runners and advanced runners.
Runcoach GOLD - $20
The Runcoach GOLD online training service allows you to join a community of fellow Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile/5K Trainees! The Runcoach GOLD training service combines a dynamic application with personalized training programs and the support of certified coaches (responses usually received within 24 hrs). On average, trainees improve finishing times by 7% and the program also offers a fun rewards program (sponsored by Garmin) throughout your training journey.
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Finisher's Medals
Standard Finisher's Medal - $15
This year we are offering participants the option to purchase a 10 Mile or 5K finisher's medal as well as a "Double Blossom" medal for completing the 5K on Saturday and the 10 Mile on Sunday. These handsome medals on ribbons have a variation of the current year's t-shirt design and the race date. They will be given out at the conclusion of the event at the Medals Tent on the Washington Monument Grounds to all race finishers who have pre-ordered one. Double Blossom medals will be distributed at the end of the 10 Mile. (We are unable to mail medals after the race.) The cost of the basic finisher's medal is $15, for either event or for a Double Blossom medal.
Enhanced Finisher's Medal - $23
We also offer a 10 Mile, 5K or Double Blossom "enhanced finisher's medal" for $8 extra ($23 total) which includes a strip imprinted with your name, time, place overall and place in your age group. You will pick up your medal at packet pick-up or on race day. Your personalized strip will be mailed to you approximately 12-14 weeks after the race if you finished the race. No strips will be mailed to entrants who do not finish either the 10 mile, the 5K or both races if a Double Blossom medal was ordered. Upon receipt, the strip can be applied to the back of the medal.
Carbon Offset
We encourage you to mitigate the impact of your race related transportation by purchasing carbon offsets. A carbon offset represents a reduction in emissions somewhere else - like a renewable energy or a reforestation project - to balance out travel-related emissions.
We will be working with NativeEnergy again this year (www.NativeEnergy.com) to offer a carbon offset option as part of race registration. Native Energy uses contributions to fund projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including wind farms, solar energy, reforestation, farm methane reduction and much more.
Carbon offsets are available for $5. You can pledge your carbon offset when you register for the lottery.
Race Packet Delivery - $80
We encourage everyone to pick-up their packets on Friday or Saturday at the Health and Fitness Expo at the National Building Museum. For the few individuals for whom picking up packets on Friday or Saturday is not possible, we will send packets out by UPS or USPS approximately 7-10 days before the race for $80. You must enter the race using a street address, not a P.O. Box. Make sure that you will be home (i.e. not travelling to the race) at the time your packet should arrive, approximately 4-6 days before race day.
Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile 2023
Virtual Training - Beginner Program presented by ASICS
This free ten-week email training program, which begins on Monday, January 23, 2023, is designed for the non-runner and those individuals who run only a mile or two and have never run a 5K or 10K race. It is also suitable for those who engage in other aerobic activities such as cycling, rowing, basketball, etc., but who have not done much running. It is based on a walk-run approach and has been used successfully by thousands of participants. It requires persistence and commitment. It is also very strenuous. Every participant should have medical clearance before starting the training program. Non-runners should follow the program as closely as possible. Those who have run in the past should follow the time guidelines but may want to take fewer walking breaks. While there is no guarantee of success, persons who diligently follow the program will increase the likelihood that they will finish the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile successfully within the strict 2 hour and 20 minutes race time limit.
If you have questions as to which program you should follow, contact Coach Kirt West at coach@cherryblossom.org for his recommendation. Coach West will normally get back to you within 24 hours. Questions about specific workouts should be sent to Coach West only after you have reviewed the Frequently Asked Questions as many of the questions have already been addressed.
If you have any technical questions about the virtual training program (problems receiving daily emails, want to change to the intermediate or advanced programs, or want to cancel the program), contact vt@cherryblossom.org.
Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile 2023
Virtual Training - Intermediate Program presented by ASICS
This free ten-week email training program, which begins on Monday, January 23, 2023, is designed for any runner who has successfully completed a 5K or 10K race in the past year, or any runner who consistently runs 2-3 miles a day three or four times per week in the past year. It is rigorous training program and each runner should have medical clearance before starting the training program.
The Intermediate Program generally calls for running 5 days per week and includes a long run. The daily workout will be listed in terms of a range. For instance, if the goal for a particular day is listed as 2-4 miles, then:.
Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile 2023
Virtual Training - Advanced Program presented by ASICS
This free ten-week email training program, which begins on Monday, January 23, 2023, is designed for serious runners who average at least 20-25 miles per week, and who do a weekly long run. Runners signing up for this program should be experienced racers at distances of 5K and beyond. The Advanced Program calls for running 5-7 days per week with two speed workouts each week. The daily workouts will be described in terms of ranges to allow for each runner to modify the schedule based on the runner's current level of training. The Advanced Program also will incorporate a couple of tune-up races prior to the 10 Mile.
If you have any questions about whether you should sign up for the Advanced Program, contact Coach Kirt West at coach@cherryblossom.org for his recommendation. Generally, he will respond to your question within 24 hours. Questions about specific workouts should be sent to Coach West only after you have reviewed the Frequently Asked Questions as many of the questions have already been addressed.
If you have any technical questions about the virtual training program (problems receiving daily emails, want to change to the beginner or intermediate programs, or want to cancel the program), contact vt@cherryblossom.org.
Runcoach Premium - $35
The Runcoach Premium online training program allows you to join a community of fellow Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile or 5K Trainees! The Runcoach Premium training service combines a dynamic application with personalized training programs and the support of certified coaches (responses usually received within 24 hrs.). On average, trainees improve finishing times by 7% and the program also offers a fun rewards program (sponsored by Garmin) throughout your training journey.
Runcoach Online Training: Run Your Best With a Certified Coach
Coaches Rosie, Alex, Cally and Tom are here to help you run your best on race day. Runners who train with the Runcoach app and coaching service improve finishing times by an average of 7%. The program provides an interactive app experience, audio led workout guidance and 1:1 support from certified coaches. Only during the registration period, all 2023 Credit Union Cherry Blossom entrants will receive an exclusive $35 membership offer for Runcoach Premium membership to provide Runcoach services through race day. (This is 65% off the regular rate of $99.80.).
Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run 2024
=PR= On-Site Personal Coaching
The program is brought to you in partnership with =PR= Training Programs, a division of our retail sponsor Potomac River Running. Training sites include Arlington/DC (at K Street under Whitehurst Freeway and in Rosslyn); and Reston, VA.
Whether your goal is to finish the race, or to finish faster than you ever have before, prepare to do your best with a coach's guidance and fellow runners to help keep you motivated.
The program will kick off the weekend of January 23 and culminates with the race on April 3! It includes weekly group weekend morning runs and the option to add weekday speed workouts.
There are options to prepare for the Ten Mile Run and 5K.
You will receive a 10-week schedule based on your background/race goal, which includes guidance on what to do on days you are not meeting with the group. On-site coaches will answer your questions and keep you excited and motivated as they guide you toward your race goal, and also communicate with you via email each week to keep you engaged.
If you need a race entry, you are eligible to receive a guaranteed entry code when you register for the Cherry Blossom/Mid-Distance Training Program with =PR= Training.
Registration is OPEN NOW at www.prtrainingprograms.com.
While runners can continue to join the training programs throughout the winter, to be eligible for a race bib you must register before January 31.
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Seeded Runners more info
Top open and age-group runners are eligible for special seeded numbers, and will be allowed to start the race directly behind the elite athletes. Qualification is based on time (more info).
If you wish to be considered for a seeded number, complete your entry process and then contact Sara Baugh at seededrunners@cherryblossom.org.
Wheelchair (Push-Rim Only) more info
All push-rim wheelchair entrants who enter by February 29, 2024 will be accepted into the race, even if registration is closed. However, you must enter via the off-line entry process (more info). Please contact Event Director Phil Stewart at pstewart@cherryblossom.org or at 301-320-6865 to receive an entry form.
Physically Challenged more info
If you have a physical condition which will require a special accommodation in the race (more info), please contact Event Director Phil Stewart at pstewart@cherryblossom.org or at 301-320-6865.
| Male | Female | |
| Up to 20 | 1:06:00 | 1:14:00 |
| 20-24 | 0:57:00 | 1:07:00 |
| 25-29 | 0:57:00 | 1:07:00 |
| 30-34 | 0:58:00 | 1:08:00 |
| 35-39 | 0:59:00 | 1:10:00 |
| 40-44 | 1:03:00 | 1:13:00 |
| 45-49 | 1:05:00 | 1:14:00 |
| 50-54 | 1:08:00 | 1:18:00 |
| 55-59 | 1:10:00 | 1:22:00 |
| 60-64 | 1:14:00 | 1:29:00 |
| 65-69 | 1:22:00 | 1:38:00 |
| 70-74 | 1:30:00 | 1:50:00 |
| 75-79 | 1:45:00 | 2:05:00 |
| 80+ | 2:15:00 | 2:18:00 |
Competition is in push-rim wheelchairs only. Wheelchair entrants are subject to the same time limits as able-bodied participants. Registered wheelchair competitors will receive a letter in mid-March outlining special procedures, VIP parking and other accommodations. The wheelchair competition will begin one minute prior to the elite male athletes.
If you are physically-challenged and wish to compete in a push-rim wheelchair in the wheelchair division, please contact Event Director Phil Stewart at pstewart@cherryblossom.org or at 301-320-6865.
Please submit documentation of your disability. Special guides and other accommodations will be made as necessary. Due to permit regulations, physically-challenged entrants are subject to the same time limits as able-bodied participants. If you are physically-challenged and wish to compete in the race, please contact Event Director Phil Stewart at pstewart@cherryblossom.org or at 301-320-6865.
THE CRITICAL CHOICE is the "Choose Race": This is where you will select the appropriate option for entering the Ten Mile Run or 5K Run-Walk lottery either as an "Individual" or as part of a "Group."
There are six options on the "Choose Race" drop down menu combining the race distance choice and the choice of "Individual," "Start a Group" and "Join a Group."
Individual
"Individual" is the most common option selected. Select "Individual" and the appropriate distance if you don't care to have your selection contingent on the selection of others in a group.
Ten Mile Run - Lottery (Individual): Select this option if you are entering the lottery as an individual and plan to run in the Ten Mile Run.
5K Run-Walk - Lottery (Individual): Select this option if you are entering the lottery as an individual and plan to participate in the 5K Run-Walk.
GROUPS
The "Group" feature allows registration for friends/family (e.g. husband/wife pairs) who only want to run the races if certain other people are allowed to run - this is especially important for Groups that will need to travel together. The lottery will select a Group together: members in a Group are either all in, or all out. Your likelihood of being selected is the same whether you enter the lottery as an individual or as a Group. Groups can have a maximum of 10 members (no exceptions). Please note that "Groups" are for purposes of entering the lottery only. Once the lottery is held, the Groups are moot and will be dissolved. No individuals can be added after the lottery to a group which has been selected. Details about creating Teams to compete in the Team Competition will be sent to accepted lottery applicants after the lottery is concluded.
Note: Groups may contain both Ten Mile Run and 5K Run-Walk members.
Start a Lottery Group
If you are the first person in your Group to register for the lottery, you will choose "Start a Group," which will (on the same form): i) create the Group with the name of your choice, ii) register yourself into the lottery and iii) have you as the first person in your group. At the top of the second screen of the registration form, you will enter the name of your "Group." Then you will continue to enter your personal registration information and you will automatically become the first member of the Group you created. You should make sure that all the prospective members of your Group are given the Group name so they can join it through the "Join a Group" process outlined below.
Ten Mile Run - Lottery (Start a Group): Select this option if you would like to start a "Group," (and are the first person registering in your group) and you are planning to run in the ten mile run.
5K Run-Walk - Lottery (Start a Group): Select this option if you wish to start a "Group" and you are planning to participate in the 5K Run-Walk.
Join a Lottery Group
Select this option if you are joining a Lottery Group that has already been created prior to your entering the lottery. You should already know the name of the Lottery Group you wish to join. On the second screen where you will enter the name of the "Lottery Group" and/or search by the name of someone on the Lottery Group. If the Lottery Group has been created, you will be able to select it and continue with a "Lottery Group Entry Form" which will collect your information and count your registration as part of the Lottery Group. If you can not find your Lottery Group, check with the individual who created the Lottery Group. If it has not been started you can start it yourself by choosing the "Start A Group" routine above.
Ten Mile Run - Lottery (Join a Group): Select this option if you wish to join a group that has already been created and are planning to run in the ten mile run.
5K Run-Walk - Lottery (Join a Group): Select this option if you wish to join a Group that has already been created and you plan to participate in the 5K Run-Walk.
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