FLEET FEET SPEEDPLAY
Don't let the name scare you, SpeedPLAY is not just for “fast” runners, it is open to anyone who wants to work on becoming more efficient while challenging their current running pace. Our SpeedPLAY programs are a great way to stay race ready and mix up your weekly running miles while becoming a more well-rounded runner. The 8-week SpeedPLAY training program blocks are offered 3x/year and can easily compliment any of our other distance programs offered throughout the year (5K – full marathon). Workouts include fartleks, intervals, tempo runs, and hill repeats! These sessions have been carefully designed to be beneficial to those who specialize in any distance and can be utilized by all levels of runners.
Choose a session based on your personal goals and racing calendar.
· Base recommendations for SpeedPLAY: We recommend you be able to run 3 miles continuously with a weekly average of 10-15 miles/week to start SpeedPLAY training.
· Age requirement: 18 years or older
2023 SESSIONS
Spring Session | April 4, 2023 – May 23, 2023
· Online Registration Madison | Online Registration Sun Prairie
· Deadline: March 31, 2023 | Cost: $75
· Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
· Meeting locations: Fleet Feet stores and Madison-area parks
Summer Session | June 6, 2023 – August 1, 2023
· Registration opens spring 2023
· Deadline: June 2, 2023 | Cost: $89
·We will not meet on Tuesday the 4th of July.
·Schedule: Participants are permitted to switch locations from week-to-week depending on their schedule
- · Tuesdays 6pm. (East) o Monona Grove High School Track (4400 Monona Dr, Monona,53716)
- · Tuesdays 6pm. (West) o Badger Ridge Middle School Track (300 Richard St. Verona, 53593)
Fall Session | August 8, 2023 – September 26, 2023
· Registration opens summer 2023
· Deadline: August 5, 2022 | Cost: $75
· Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
· Meeting locations: Fleet Feet stores and Madison-area parks
MEET YOUR SPEEDPLAY COACHES
Jessica: Fleet Feet Madison | jessica@fleetfeetmadison.com
Jessica has been coaching Fleet Feet running programs since 2005. She has coached No Boundaries, 10K training and the half/full marathon training groups. She loves helping others achieve their fitness goals by being out on the course checking form, cheering on and encouraging runners, and answering racing and running questions at the stores. She also believes that speedwork is for everyone and every distance -- in moderation. Jessica is looking forward to coaching the west side SpeedPlay participants this year.
Katie: Fleet Feet Madison: In college, Katie's roommate challenged her to run a marathon. So the next day she went to the campus library and checked out a book on how to run a marathon. Since then, she has completed several marathons and loves the be out on the roads putting in miles. When Katie is not out running she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on Wisconsin sports teams, and exploring the Wisconsin outdoors.
David: Fleet Feet Sun Prairie | markleda@gmail.com
Originally from Waukesha, WI, David grew up as a runner participating in cross country and track in high school and college. More recently his training has switched to half and full marathons. David is looking forward to his debut at the Boston Marathon in April 2018. Better known as “Shirtless Dave,” he enjoys participating in Fun Runs, Pub Runs, and coaching SpeedPlay for Fleet Feet. His favorite part about running is the friends he’s made and the conversations they have while running. To David, Fleet Feet is like a second family. When not running or coaching, David enjoys brewing beer, kayaking and spending time at his cottage in northern Wisconsin.
Chris: Fleet Feet Sun Prairie: Originally from Holland, MI, Chris moved out to Phoenix, AZ to pursue a career as an Athletic Trainer in professional baseball. While out in Arizona, Chris fell back in love with running and spent most of his free time exploring the local trails and training for Ultramarathons. Shortly after moving back to the midwest, Chris joined the Fleet Feet family and is excited that he gets to coach Speedplay this season. When not running or working at the store, Chris loves to fly fish, camp, and spend time outdoors.
SpeedPLAY Training
Program Start: Tuesday April 4, 2023
Program Schedule: Tuesday Evenings 6pm
Program Fee: Spring Session $75
Description: Don't let the name scare you, SpeedPLAY is not just for fast runners, it is open to anyone who wants to work on becoming more efficient while challenging their current running pace. Speed work is an important part of any training routine. Speed work doesn?t just make you run faster. It makes you fitter, increases the range of movement in your joints, makes you more comfortable at all speeds, and it will ultimately help you to run harder for longer. These sessions have been carefully designed to be beneficial to those who specialize in any distance and can be utilized by many levels of runners. In addition, interval type training is one of the most efficient ways to burn calories!
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