Since the Y'all Means All Pride 5K is on Saturday, June 13, 2026, Ideally start this plan on Monday, March 23, 2026. This gives you exactly 12 weeks to go from the couch to the finish line!
The "In The Loop" Training Schedule
Monday (7 PM): Roadmap Brewing Co. (Social 5K route—all levels).
Saturday (8 AM): McAllister Park (Trail/Paved run).
Sunday (8 AM): Mila Coffee / Brackenridge Park (Recovery/Social vibes).
🏁 The Race Day Countdown
Race Date: June 13, 2026 | Location: Lady Bird Johnson Park
1. The Night Before (Friday)
The "Flat Runner": Lay out your entire outfit. Include your shoes, socks, bib (safety pin it to your shirt now!), and your Pride accessories (glitter, rainbows, etc.). Tag @intheloopruncrew and @yallmeansall5krace in your flat runner pic!
Hydrate: Drink an extra glass of water before bed. Avoid trying new or heavy foods for dinner.
Charge Up: Make sure your phone and headphones are at 100%.
2. Wake Up (Approx. 2 Hours Before Race)
Fuel: Eat a small, familiar snack. Think simple carbs: a piece of toast with peanut butter, a banana, or a small bowl of oatmeal.
Hydrate: Sip (don't chug) 8–12 oz of water or an electrolyte drink.
3. Arrival (45–60 Minutes Before Start)
Parking: Lady Bird Johnson Park can get busy. Arrive early to find a spot without stressing.
The Ritual: Head straight to the porta-potties. The lines get long before the start!
Warm-up: Do a slow 5–10 minute walk. Listen to the music, soak in the rainbow flags, and say hi to a stranger to make a friend.
4. The Starting Line (10 Minutes Before)
Seed Yourself: Since this is your first 5K, head toward the middle or back of the pack. This prevents you from getting swept up in a "sprint" start that might tire you out too quickly.
Check Your Laces: Double-knot them!
🏃♀️ During the Race: The "Y'all Means All" Strategy
The First Mile: You will feel a rush of adrenaline. Slow down. If you feel like you're going too fast, you probably are.
Walk Breaks: There is zero shame in walking. Many people use a "run/walk" strategy. Use the water stations as a cue to walk for 30 seconds while you drink.
🎒 Race Day Bag Checklist
Pack this and leave it in your car or at the park
[ ] ID and Phone
[ ] Sunscreen (Essential for June in San Antonio!)
[ ] Anti-chafe stick (BodyGlide or Vaseline is your best friend)
[ ] A dry shirt for after the race
[ ] A small towel to wipe off the Texas humidity
[ ] Comfortable sandals to change into after the run
Videos for Warm Ups and Strength Training
Check out the videos below to help you along your training plan. You can also find more videos and subscribe to Trainer Igor Torves YouTube Click Here