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philadelphia distance run and 5k

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PWRher'd and the Philadelphia Distance Run are joining forces!  

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Our Partnership

PDR Road Race

This signature race with Philly roots since 1978, had a rebirth in 2021 when local business owners stood in solidarity to replant those roots and chose to grow without limits.  They boldly were the first major road race nationwide to offer a Non-Binary division complete with EQUAL prize money for elite Non-Binary athletes.  They're re-writing a future where distance running is increasingly inclusive. 

PDR Race-Goers

Hey PDR participants - WELCOME!  We're excited to be the official coaching provider for the Philadelphia Distance Run Half & 5k on Sunday 9/21.  Together, PDR and PWRher'd (pronounced "powered"), care about your journey leading up to race day.  That's why we put together a team of game-changing coaches to prioritize your experience well before you toe that starting line.  See how it works below and what to expect with your virtual group coaching.

PWRher'd Difference

We're all about being inclusive here and we don't want you winging it.  We want everyone to know that they can be adequately prepared, supported and equipped to reach their PDR starting lines.  We're so glad you chose our game-changing Women of Color Certified Run Coaches who are redefining what experts and leaders look like in the running industry.  We appreciate you seeing us and raising your hand to be a part of a bigger message.  We see you too and the future is certainly powered with possibilities! 

What's Included

Training Plans

Virtual Run Clinics

Training Platform

Choose from: beginner, intermediate or advance as there's a plan for everyone, from the beginner who is running their first race to the experienced who wants to PR.

Training Platform

Virtual Run Clinics

Training Platform

Set up a free Final Surge account which will allow you to effortlessly view and manage your workouts.  Plus we'll be providing a demo so you know exactly how to use it.

Virtual Run Clinics

Virtual Run Clinics

Virtual Run Clinics

Join custom run clinics on various topics: kick start your training, nutrition, injury prevention, using the PDR as your transition fall race, race day readiness, post race recovery and more.

Office Hours

Participant Perks

Virtual Run Clinics

Want to ask a question live?  We'll have designated times between run clinics to meet in an open zoom office hour.

Added Bonuses

Participant Perks

Participant Perks

Looking for some fun in your training? We'll have challenge calendars to share on social plus surprise cameos from fellow Game Changers.

Participant Perks

Participant Perks

Participant Perks

Train with us to receive your BONUS medal on RACE DAY!  Don't be the person asking others, "how'd you get a second medal?"  Instead be the person walking around race day like a champ sporting TWO medals.

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Meet Your Coaches

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Coach Maya

Meet Coach Maya Ellison, owner & head coach of P.A.C.E.D. Coaching Services. She’s an Army Veteran who’s been running for close to 30 years.  Chicago native who moved to Maryland with her Army-retired husband, she’s a certified RRCA Run Coach, RRCA Run Lead and NASM Certified Personal Trainer.  She’s part of Game Changers 2022, a member of numerous run organizations both national and local and has served as a run ambassador for many companies.  Currently she is on the Board of Directors for Girls on the Run – Central Maryland for two sister counties in her community. She has run countless road races in various distances and recently qualified for Boston. She’s currently pursuing running 50 half marathons in all 50 states, the Abbott World Marathon Majors and has her eyes on the Seven Continents Marathon Challenge. She loves supporting athletes in unlocking their potential!  

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Coach Robyn

Meet Coach Robyn Polk, born and raised in Philly, she’s been running consistently for 20 yrs. Her first big race was actually the Philly Distance Run back in 2005 and she’s been all about this run life since then! For the last few years she’s been enjoying trail running and increasing her distances to ultra-marathons.  She’s always had a passion for health, fitness and maintaining an active lifestyle and has over 15 years experience personal training and leading fitness classes. She’s a certified personal trainer, Xtreme Hip Hop Step Instructor, Les Mills Instructor, group fitness instructor (ACE), and a RRCA Run Coach.  Her goal is to get people excited about exercise and help theme find joy in movement!

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Join Us Race Weekend!

COME THROUGH

Join us race weekend where you can meet local Game Changers coaches in person during the expo, at PDR race weekend events or at the shakeout run which will be it's own mini party!  Think DJ, snacks and community running. We'll also have a PWRher'd tent and will be celebrating you all morning long in person on race day!

Partnering with PWRher'd aligns with our social impact mission to build a future where distance running is increasingly diverse, accessible, and inclusive.


Lauren Kobylarz Students Run Philly Style, Charity Partner

How to Register?

See below to purchase PWRher’d virtual group coaching.
New Registrant? Join both PDR x PWRher'dAlready PDR registered? Join PWRher'd here

Events

Save these dates and return to see what else is added!  Note: virtual run clinics are "lunch and learns" plus one evening and will be recorded if you're unable to attend live.  Click "More Events" to see full calendar.

TUE 6/24

Final Surge Demo - Half Marathon

12PM EST

via zoom

Event Details

TUE 6/24

Final Surge Demo - Half Marathon

For our Half Marathoners!  Join us as our friends at Final Surge take you through a walk through of the platform.  Will be recorded and shar...

Event Details

12PM EST

via zoom

MON 6/30

Half Marathon Training Begins

Event Details

MON 6/30

Half Marathon Training Begins

You'll receive your weekly email in time to jump start your half marathon 12 week training program.  Missed the start date?  No problem. You...

Event Details

WED 7/16

Virtual Run Clinic #1

12PM EST

via zoom

Event Details

WED 7/16

Virtual Run Clinic #1

"Kick Start Your Training" with PWRher'd Coaches

Discover key components to start your training off on the right foot. Learn to set clear goa...

Event Details

12PM EST

via zoom

MON 7/21

Final Surge Demo - 5k

12PM EST

via zoom

Event Details

MON 7/21

Final Surge Demo - 5k

For our 5kers!  Join us as our friends at Final Surge take you through a walk through of the platform.  Will be recorded and shared if you j...

Event Details

12PM EST

via zoom

MON 7/28

5k Training Begins

Event Details

MON 7/28

5k Training Begins

You'll receive your weekly email in time to jump start your 5k 8 week training program.  Missed the start date?  No problem. You can registe...

Event Details

More Events

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