Capitol 10K here we come!

Runners are signing up...this is good to hear. I encourage you all to do so. I'm sure I will eventually. ;)

Today we had a track workout. Everyone looked good out there. Great job!!!

I think this Thursday we have a hill workout leaving the YMCA fields. I could be wrong...I don't have my sheet in front of me. If this is the case I'm going to change it up a bit. So, please be on time because our warm up will be part of our trip to the park and we will run a different route than what we have done in the past . If you can't make it....find some hills and get a good workout in. WE WILL RUN IN THE RAIN AND COLD. PLEASE COME DRESSED APPROPRIATELY.

As I mentioned in my email...I will have another Sunday long run at 2pm here in Georgetown as long as I have at least 3 runners that want to attend. Its spring break so it may not come together.

Runner's World magazine came in the mail today. Here is a little taste of something I was reading....

Self Improvement

Lots of beginners (and veteran runners) make the same mistakes over and over. Getting stuck in a bad pattern is not only frustrating, it limits your ability to run as well as you should. Here are proven ways to correct the most common running errors.

OUT OF GAS...each time I start a 5K, I have to walk or drop out before the finish.

The Fix: You're going out too fast. Next time, start a little slower so you'll have the energy to finish strong. ...its goes on with more information....but what I want you ladies to get out of this is that every runner has made the mistake of going out too fast. This can destroy your race...even if you are just running it and not racing it. Don't get caught up in the crowd or feed off another runner right out of the gate. Feed off of them later when you near the finish line and need that extra push.

Here is another good morsel of information....

Running Jargon Translated

Maintenance run....An easy-paced run on a day between more challenging workouts. It helps you maintain the adaptation of the muscles, tendons, joints, and bones of the feet and legs, while allowing the body to recover.


Happy Running, Victoria