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After years of running, racing, and helping others reach their goals, A Better World Running is proud to expand into the next natural step: official training plans powered by the newest integration of ABWR and Race Ascend.

This has been years in the making.

A Better World Running was founded by Mark and Michelle, lifelong runners with deep experience in the sport. From running the Boston Marathon to competing in championship-level races across the United States and around the world, they understand what it takes to train, race, improve, and keep going.

Now, they are bringing that experience directly to runners through professionally designed training plans built to help you reach your next goal with confidence.

With graduate-level backgrounds in Exercise Science, years of race experience, and a true passion for helping everyday runners succeed, Mark and Michelle have developed plans that combine real-world racing knowledge, smart training structure, and the supportive spirit that has always made A Better World Running special.

Whether you are training for your first 5K, stepping up to a 10K or 15K, or preparing for a half marathon, these plans are designed to help you run stronger, stay consistent, and arrive at race day ready.

A Better World Running has always been about bringing you the best races, the best medals, the best people, and the most welcoming running community possible. Now, with ABWR Training Plans and Race Ascend, we are bringing you the tools to become your best runner too.
Get your 1 week free trial on www.raceascend.com on the top also accessible on your runner hub at Race Ascend and every race also comes with the option of a training plan at check out.