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RUNNING 101 class begins February 8!

Submitted by happylegs on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 9:09am

RUNNING 101 is an in-classroom seminar designed for:

  • Anyone thinking about starting to run for fun, fitness, or competition.
  • Beginning runners who already have some running experience.
  • Anyone else who would like to learn a little more about running.

Topics of discussion will include:

  • Realistic goal setting.
  • Stretching techniques specifically for runners.
  • Proper shoe selection and fitting.
  • Learning to write your own training plan.
  • How to avoid or treat minor running injuries.
  • Nutrition and hydration.
  • How to plan for a successful race.
  • Questions raised by members of the class.

WHERE?  The Lifestyle Center classroom, 5105 West Cypress Ave., Visalia

WHEN?  First class is Monday, February 8, 2010, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
We will meet every Monday during February and March, EXCEPT for February 1 and March 1. 
(Visalia Runners regular club meetings are the first Monday of every month at the same time and place. You are encouraged to attend!)
After the end of March, we can continue monthly or bi-weekly, depending upon the needs of the class. 
We can consider training as a group for upcoming local races--a half marathon or full marathon?

COST?  $25, which includes the class and a one-year family membership to Visalia Runners.
If you already belong to Visalia Runners, the class is FREE. 
You do not need to join The Lifestyle Center.

INSTRUCTOR:  Marcia Rasmussen, Roadrunners Club of America certified running coach.

TO SIGN UP:  Email Marcia@BigBaldy.com
We encourage people of all ages, sizes, shapes, and fitness levels to attend!

A FEW COMMENTS...
I really hope that this can be a fun, relaxed, friendly class. I am gearing it so that an absolute beginner should be able to fit in without feeling intimidated. But there will also be plenty of material for people who have already been running for awhile. Since this is an in-classroom course, no one here has to see you run. But it would be a good place to hook up with other runners, if you like. You are also welcome to join any of the Visalia Runners training runs.