Running 101 to the Firehouse 5k
Thursday, August 7 – Thursday, September 25, 2025
Past event
5:30 PM EDT
Albemarle, North Carolina
$54.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the Running 101 to the Firehouse 5K! This dynamic 8-week training class kicks off on Thursday, August 7th, 2025, in the charming city of Albemarle, Stanly. Designed for all fitness levels, the program will prepare participants to walk or run the highly anticipated Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse 5K on October 4, 2025. Classes will be held every Thursday at 5:30 pm at Uwharrie Brewing, where you'll not only gain valuable insights on running techniques, equipment, and nutrition but also participate in weekly run/walk sessions to build your endurance.
As a participant, you will enjoy numerous perks, including FREE entry to the Firehouse 5K, a stylish T-shirt upon completion of the course, and a complimentary beverage if you join the Uwharrie Brewing Running Club! With a structured training plan that evolves week by week, you’ll progress from beginner-friendly run/walk intervals to completing a full 30-minute run by the end of the program. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your running journey while connecting with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive environment!
As a participant, you will enjoy numerous perks, including FREE entry to the Firehouse 5K, a stylish T-shirt upon completion of the course, and a complimentary beverage if you join the Uwharrie Brewing Running Club! With a structured training plan that evolves week by week, you’ll progress from beginner-friendly run/walk intervals to completing a full 30-minute run by the end of the program. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your running journey while connecting with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive environment!
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Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closedThursday, Aug 7, 2025 (5:30 PM EDT)
$54.00
Organiser's description
This will be an 8 week class starting on Thursday, August 7th 2025. Each Thursday the group will work toward walking or running the Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse 5K on October 4, 2025. Classes will begin at 5:30 pm. Meeting will be held upstairs at Uwharrie Brewing. There will be a walk/run after each class.
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
* Weekly Classes (15-30 Minutes) to discuss Equipment, Running Styles, Interval Running, and Nutrition.
* Weekly Run/Walks after the class to build up to the Race
* FREE entry into the Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse 5K - https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Albemarle/UwharrieBrewing5K
* A T-shirt after completing the class
* If you sign up for the Uwharrie Brewing Running Club, you will receive a FREE beverage of choice.
AGENDA:
RUNNING 101 TO FIREHOUSE 5K TRAINING PLAN
Week 1. Introduction - Walk/Run Plan, Tracking (Runkeeper, Garmin, Apple Watch), Pace Breathing Run/Walk - 1 Min Run, 1.5 Min Walk
Week 2. Shoes. Run/Walk - 1.5 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 3. Form and Setting Goals. Run/Walk - 2 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 4. Equipment (Clothes, reflective, Lights). Run Walk - 3 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 5. Interval Running. Run Walk - 5 Min Run, 3 Min Walk
Week 6. Cross Training. Run/Walk - 6 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 7, Hydration. Run/Walk - 25 Min. Run
Week 8. Rest and Recovery / Graduation. Run/walk 30 Min. Run
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
* Weekly Classes (15-30 Minutes) to discuss Equipment, Running Styles, Interval Running, and Nutrition.
* Weekly Run/Walks after the class to build up to the Race
* FREE entry into the Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse 5K - https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Albemarle/UwharrieBrewing5K
* A T-shirt after completing the class
* If you sign up for the Uwharrie Brewing Running Club, you will receive a FREE beverage of choice.
AGENDA:
RUNNING 101 TO FIREHOUSE 5K TRAINING PLAN
Week 1. Introduction - Walk/Run Plan, Tracking (Runkeeper, Garmin, Apple Watch), Pace Breathing Run/Walk - 1 Min Run, 1.5 Min Walk
Week 2. Shoes. Run/Walk - 1.5 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 3. Form and Setting Goals. Run/Walk - 2 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 4. Equipment (Clothes, reflective, Lights). Run Walk - 3 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 5. Interval Running. Run Walk - 5 Min Run, 3 Min Walk
Week 6. Cross Training. Run/Walk - 6 Min Run, 2 Min Walk
Week 7, Hydration. Run/Walk - 25 Min. Run
Week 8. Rest and Recovery / Graduation. Run/walk 30 Min. Run
Location
121 N. 3rd Street, Albemarle, 28001, NC, United States
Running 101 to the Firehouse 5k
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