runVictoria Online Training Group
We launched a successful online training group in 2018 using Facebook. This has become a lively, interactive place for people training for RVM events. They share challenges, wins and motivational advice. Over the last year, we opened the group up to help support the global running community.
Inside the runVictoria Online Training Group, peers exchange training plans, tips and advice with an exciting community of ~3000 runners. Come meet our host Bruce Deacon, who has coached our runners online for the last 14 years.
Bruce Deacon
Online Coach
Bruce is a two-time Olympic marathoner and winner of a silver medal at the 2003 Pan Am Games. With a personal best of 2:13:18, he has represented Canada at 4 World Championships, with a best finish of 11th place. When he last ran the Victoria Marathon, he had a run-away win in 2004 in a time of 2:21.
Bruce currently coaches adults and teens in the Victoria area. He still races and does well at the master’s ranks (40+).
Click Here to Join the FB Group.
2024 Training Plans
Our 2023 RVM Training Plans are here! Please consider these plans as a supportive guide while working at your own pace. Consult your doctor before starting a rigorous training program. The marathon, half marathon and 8K training plans provided by Bruce Deacon. The 5K programs are from Mariah Kelly.
If you have questions regarding any of the training programs feel free to contact Bruce Deacon by FB Messenger or by email Coach Bruce
RVM - Marathon First Timers Program
RVM - Marathon Quest for Improvement Program
RVM - Boston Marathon Qualifier Program
RVM - Half Marathon Personal Best Program
RVM - Half Marathon Go the Distance Program
RVM - Half Marathon “Just in Time” Program
RVM - 8K Getting Started Program
RVM - 8K Personal Best Program
RVM - 5K Intermediate to Advanced Program
Reference articles from some of the plans above:
