Training for the Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon?
Whether this is your first marathon or half marathon or your 50th, training is an essential part of assuring you have a fast, safe and healthy race. We recommend the following training programs/tips to help you reach your goal.
- Team In Training
The official training program for the Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. Help raise money for a great cause and receive training advice as well as travel and hotel expenses.
- Medical Information
Elite Racing, Inc. and The Medical Team want you to have a safe race! The medical director for the race, Lewis G. Maharam, M.D., FACSM, offers tips, services and guides to help you achieve a healthy and safe race.

Train With a Team!
Team In Training: Saving Lives One Mile at a Time
Finishing an endurance sports event such as a marathon, half marathon, triathlon or 100-mile bike ride is one of life’s special accomplishments.
For nearly 20 years, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training ® (TNT) has been helping women and men from all fitness levels achieve their athletic dreams by offering unparalleled coaching and access to some of the best events in the world. In return, participants get the added satisfaction of raising funds to help the Society cure the blood cancers leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
TNT athletes:
- Share good times and train with great people
- Benefit from the training of certified coaches
- Raise funds with ease, using personal Web pages
- Enjoy transportation and lodging at events in great destinations
Find out more about this exciting program and how you can really make a difference in the search for cancer cures. Check out www.teamintraining.org or call (800) 482-TEAM today.