Turkey Trot 5K Running Group : Register Here!

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The Turkey Trot 5k training group is designed for runners looking to improve their 5k time, run their first 5k, or a group to stay consistent with their training throughout the year. This group is open to beginners and veterans alike. We will have weekly options tailored to your level of fitness. If it is your first 5k, we will guide you through the journey to cross the finish line with confidence. If you have trained with us before or have already checked the 5k box, we will focus more on intensity and improving your 5k time. The program is 8 wks in length and will take place every Wednesday evening at 5:30pm from October 2nd to November 20th. We will also meet for 2 bonus weekend longer runs and 6 Tuesday morning, 6:30am strength training sessions. 16 sessions in total! We will finish strong by racing the Maine Track Club Turkey Trot 5k on Sunday, November 24th. 

As part of the Fall 5k Training Program, participants will receive the following:

·       An 8 week training program and calendar with workouts provided to you.

·       Dedicated support and individual attention from your Coaches.

·       8 structured Wednesday runs/workouts

·       2 Saturday group long runs

·       6 strength training sessions

·       The camaraderie of others like you with the same goal!

·       Fun training!

*All participants should be able to comfortably walk a 5k and run a mile prior to the start of this program.

Meet your Coaches:

Dan Frey, PT and Co-Owner of Finish Strong PT

Dan has been running since the 3rd grade, competing at the Division I Level for the University of Delaware in both Cross Country and Indoor/Outdoor Track. He has raced in distances from the 400m run through Ultra-Marathons. He is a running enthusiast, lecturing at an international level, authoring “The Runner’s Guide to a Healthy Core” and is a multiple time contributor to Runner’s World Magazine.

Colin Jones

My name is Colin. I grew up in Scarborough, Maine where I developed a passion for middle distance running. After high school I attended the University of Southern Maine where I ran cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track and earned the William B Wise Scholar Athlete award for all four years . Since graduating college in 2019 I have served as the distance running coach at Scarborough High School during the indoor and outdoor track seasons. During the fall 2021 season I also served as the assistant coach for the high school cross country team.
When I am not running on the roads I am busy running my own business. I enjoy traveling, partaking in southern Maine’s incredible food scene, and spending time in Bridgton, Maine on the lake!

Amanda Nobbe

Amanda began running a few years ago and continues to set new running goals for herself. She hopes to run her first ultra-marathon this year. She loves running Portlands many trails and paths. You can find her at Fleet Feet throughout the week helping customers pick out the perfect pair of running shoes. When not running she is usually in the mountains of New Hampshire and Maine. She is also a huge fan of pro-cycling. Amanda has helped coach the Beginner 5k group and loves helping people discover(or re-discover!) running.

Sam LaRiviere
Sam LaRiviere is a licensed PT and USA triathlon coach that is excited to coach the inaugural half/full marathon group here at Finish Strong! He is also a member of the USA Swimming High-Performance Rehabilitation Network providing coverage for national and international level meets for the U.S. National Team. Sam recently completed a rotation at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs working with paraswimming and paratriathlon teams during their training camps. Sam is also a certified UESCA Ultra Running Coach, and USA Swimming Coach.