4RUN3 Spring 2024 5k/10k Training Program
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Training sessions will be held on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 9:00 AM, all beginning and ending at the friendly 4RUN3 location at 78 Center Square. The program culminates in the much-anticipated NICU Family & Friends 5K, 10K, & 1 Mile Road Race on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Minnechaug Regional High School, where participants can showcase their hard work and dedication. With personalized coaching, dynamic warm-up sessions, and a supportive community, this program promises a fun and rewarding
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4RUN3 Spring 2024 5k/10k Training Program
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Custom Group Technical Tee
Entries closedWednesday, Mar 27, 2024 (6:00 PM EDT)
$69.90
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PROGRAM BASICS:
* Two "tracks" will be offered:
* The 5K track, which starts at 1 mile and maxes out at 4 miles
* The 10K track, which starts at 3 miles and maxes out at 6 miles
* Each group session will feature two routes, one for each track.
* Participants can start in whichever track they like and can switch back and forth as needed.
* _TRAINING BEGINS WEDNESDAY, 3/27/24_
* Group sessions on WEDNESDAYS @ 6:00 PM AND SATURDAYS @ 9:00 AM
* All group sessions will begin and end at 4RUN3, located at 78 Center Square in East Longmeadow.
* The graduation race for this program will be the much loved NICU FAMILY & FRIENDS 5K, 10K, & 1 MILE ROAD RACE, scheduled for Sunday, 6/9/24 at Minnechaug Regional High School.
* The cost of the race registration is not included, but all group participants will receive a coupon code for a discounted registration fee.
* Participation in the graduation race is encouraged, but not required.
TRAINING OVERVIEW:
* 5K participants should be able to comfortably run, run/walk, or walk 1 mile.
* 10K participants should be able to comfortably run, run/walk, or walk 3 miles.
* Route maps with turn-by-turn directions provided.
* Additional navigation support available using RunGo app and/or gpx navigation files which can be used with navigation-compatible Garmin watches.
* All members will receive a program packet with suggested training schedule(s), optional strength training routines, recommended stretching routines, and more.
* 3-4 workouts per week recommended (2 with group) plus 1-2 days of cross training (optional, but STRONGLY recommended).
* Group coaching will be done through in person sessions (with optional individual coaching available upon request).
* Coaching focus is on injury prevention, improving efficiency, and mental strategies.
* All workouts begin with dynamic stretching to warm up and help avoid injury.
* Recommended post-run stretching routine provided.
REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
* two group meetings per week
* training schedule (one for each track)
* 4RUN3 Running Club membership
* customized program technical shirt
* detailed route maps and route navigation
* team support and encouragement
* weekly training eNewsletter
* and more!
ONLINE REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:
* Click on the "SIGN UP" button and complete the registration process.
* About a week before the program starts, registered members will receive an email with a link to our private Facebook group and a pdf version of the program training packet (hard copies available on request).
Location
78 Center Square, East Longmeadow, 01028, MA, United States
4RUN3 Spring 2024 5k/10k Training Program
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