Start your summer on the right foot and get moving with our 5k/10k program! This program is designed for those new to running/ walking, returning to running or currently in-active, with a goal of RUNNING or Walking a 5K or 10K! We structure the program to help you cross the finish line of a goal race in just 10 weeks. Along the way we’ll provide you with motivation to keep you moving, guidance and advice, weekly group training runs or walks, and educational clinics on topics such as proper nutrition, choosing the right gear, and avoiding injury.
The Program meets twice a week during the training period, once on Tuesday evenings at 6:15pm and once on Saturday mornings at 7:00am. The workouts will last about an hour to an hour and a half as we increase mileage throughout the season. The cost of the program is $110 (not including the race registration fee).
This program starts Tuesday, May 3rd and ends with our goal race of the YMCA's Tri-Span 5K and 10K on July 9th
Have Questions????? Come ask them at our information meeting on Monday, April 24th @ 6:30 at the Fleet Feet in The Forum on Military Cutoff!
- Program for runners and walkers who want to work up to the distance and build endurance for the race.
- Group 1 – Participants who are hoping to walk the distance
- Group 2 – Participants who are hoping to introduce running into their routine
- Group 3 – Participants who are hoping to run/walk the distance
- Group 4 – Participants who are hoping to run the distance
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What You Get
- Progressive 10-week Training Schedule from your head coach
- Two weekly group workouts per week (Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings)
- From Fleet Feet Wilmington Store, UNCW Track, the Cross City Trail or Downtown Wilmington - Mentors for your ability level and run pace
- Participant technical t-shirts
- Advice and support from physical therapists
- Educational emails on topics such as nutrition, hydration, stretching and injury prevention
- Camaraderie of other runners & run/walkers just like you!
- Free entry into The Big Run 5k on June 3rd
The weekly runs consist of hill, track, and long run workouts: Tuesday nights workouts will last about an hour to an hour and Saturday sessions will last 1+ hours as we increase mileage throughout the season. In addition to the workouts, there are educational clinics, newsletters keeping you up to date, nutrition tips, and expert coaching/mentoring to help inspire and motivate you on this training journey.
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If you have additional questions, email Chris Elgar at Chris.Elgar@fleetfeet.com
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