What Group Is Best For Me?
So you are oh so close to committing to a super fun training group, but confused (or dare I say maybe even stressed) in deciding on which group is for you? Not to worry! Here's what's in store for the RUNaway programs!
5KPLUS RUNaway -
New and Back on Track Runners
5K Training
Email Amy now if you are a tiny bit interested!
You don't have to have any running experience or have logged any workout time in the gym to RUNaway 5K! If you want to see what this running thing is all about, this is the way to start!
We run at a pace totally comfortable for you and take lots of walking breaks to acclimate you both to the outside weather and to the endurance activity of running. Your first week of RUNaway will consist of getting out there 4 days that week (Tuesdays as a coached run, Thursday and Sunday on your own or with your new running buddies and Fridays as a group run if you can make it) and jogging for 7 minutes with walking to recover.
Your speed? Doesn't matter. Your age? Don't care. Your weight? Whatever. Your clothes? Oh please. If you've taken a long hiatus from running (like 6 months or more) or just would like to start on the right foot this time, then this is the group for you too! And if you're a true beginner or a "running redo", you will not be the only one in your shoes! I promise!
Rest assured, you will be welcomed with open arms . . . and friends to RUNaway with! And you'll be running 3.1 miles before you know it!
BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE!
Long Distance RUNaway
10K, 10 mile, Half Marathon
Training starts
January 3rd, 2017!
(Morning Training with Coach or Evening Training for Working Moms)
For newly seasoned runners that have 3-4 miles under their belt, this group focuses on races throughout the season, but you will be trained for the WHOLE SEASON and not just up to a particular race and let go. Like all RUNaway "subgroups", this group is for all recreational runners that can train 3 - 4 times a week and are
focused on the next level of distance. Our group will
meet (as your schedule permits) each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (Saturday mornings for working moms) for
some runnin' and support. Friday/Saturday is the most important group day as it is
our long run day which always goes by faster with the distraction of running pals
(and a moderately paced coach)!
Training is a time for trying things. Trying new distances, trying a new running form, trying new paces, trying new snacks along the route and even trying short walk breaks in a run. This is where you try new things - in training!
Wednesday is a great day to meet to fine tune and focus on running strength and speed. Often overlooked by recreational runners, these workouts are game changers. Wednesdays are typically intervals and hills. Don't. Be. Scared. It's a process.
Read more about the races that RUNaway will focus on in your training by clicking on the RUNaway Race Calendar link above.
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Marathon RUNaway
Oh. Has 26.2 caught your interest? Ready to move to that crazy course? Here's your group! While marathon training is indeed a different beast, many of your miles will be run with all of our RUNaways and you will never have to give this a go solo. This RUNaway marathon "subgroup" is for all seasoned, recreational runners that have completed at least one half marathon and that are willing and able to run 3 - 4 times a week and train 5-6 days a week. Our group will meet (as your schedule permits) each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday for some runnin' and support. Friday is the most important group day as it is our long run which always goes by faster with the distraction of running pals (and a moderately paced coach)!
It's a common running expression that the hardest part of a marathon is making it to the STARTING line. A coach and a group just ensure that you've got a much better chance in making it to that marathon starting line AND crossing that finish line successfully.
This training is challenging, yet doable. Like a half marathon, it's a true commitment, but then even more so. You'll commit yourself to running 3-4 times a week, strength training and cross training 2 times a week, focusing on consistent healthy eating habits daily, stretching and foam rolling daily, and adopting consistent stress free thoughts. It's a roller coaster like no other and a journey that is worth it.
BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE!