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Nike 10km and Half Marathon Clinic
Spring 2008 — Sundays 9:00am, Wednesdays 6:30pm
- Guidance through the Island Race Series
- TC10K
- Oak Bay KOOL Half Marathon
Let us try to help you accomplish your running goals.
When does the next one start??
The first session starts on January 9th, 2008 at 6:30pm. Last minute registration is from 5:45pm to 6:20pm. Clinic registration form (PDF) Get Acrobat Reader
Your registration includes Wednesday night workouts at 6:30pm, which are a great addition for developing your running skills. We also accommodate a Sunday morning long run at 9:00am. At this clinic we will be moving the Sunday run locations around. Locations will be posted on this website.
What is a Wednesday Night workout for?
The biggest mistake runners make is that they don't develop the proper running systems. At Peninsula Runners we take you back to the basics and teach you how to run properly and more effectively—which makes you a better runner.
How far should I be able to run before joining the 10km or half-marathon program??
You should be able to comfortably run 30 min. to 1 hour before the start of the Half Marathon "or more" clinic. If you're just starting running and find running consistently for 1/2 hour difficult, then let us suggest joining the 10km program. For those looking for a Half Marathon we are proud to present our baby the Oak Bay KOOL Half Marathon.
Why join a training program??
There are many reasons for starting an exercise program. Some join to relieve stress or lose weight, and others just want to enjoy the outdoors. Our program can develop runners who have found running to be boring and stale. At Peninsula Runners we work hard to provide a safe, informative, fun, motivating and rewarding clinic atmosphere. There is nothing more rewarding than developing a runner from start to finish.
How long is the program??
The program will start on January 9th and run until the competition of the Oak Bay KOOL Half Marathon. If your goal is to run the TC10K in April, let us suggest getting a team for the Oak Bay Asics Ekiden Relay. It's a team event that has participants running different distances in stages, over the same course as the Half Marathoners.
How much will it cost and where do we run from??
The cost of the program is $99.99 + tax. For your membership you will receive…
- Wednesday Night Workout
- Running Log Book
- Sunday Group Long runs
- Guest Speakers, which will be from 6:00 to 6:25pm on designated Wednesdays. A speakers schedule will be on this website.
- 10% off Store purchases
Guest Speakers at 6pm
We will have speakers come into the store and begin talks at 6pm. This will allow people who want to hear specific talks to attend the ones that interest them. The speaker plan will be on this website.
Potential topics:
- Nutrition
- Injury Prevention
- Motivation
- Race Strategy
- Proper Footwear
- Proper Clothing and Equipment
- Alignment
- Cross-Training
- The Runner's Gait
If you're interested... please show up at 6pm sharp; if not, we'll see you at 6:30pm!
Expectations of Clinic Members:
- We need you to ask questions when you have them—either email us or call 384-IRUN;
- Check the weekly training on the website every week;
- Attend as many group running sessions as possible. It makes it easier;
- Write in a running log. This makes you accountable;
- Bring something positive to the training group;
- We encourage feedback on a regular basis. We want to hear from you so we can guide you correctly.
Also available:
Oak Bay 'KOOL' Half Marathon and Asics Ekiden Relay
Peninsula Runners Victoria will host the fourth annual edition of this half marathon on May 25, 2008.
The Zone @ 91-3 Esquimalt 8k
Fourth annual 8k road race takes place in July 2008, hosted by Peninsula Runners Victoria.
At Peninsula Runners we are proud of where we have come from and proud of where we are going, so if there is anything we can help you with please let us know.
Sincerely,
Dave and the rest of the Peninsula Runners staff