Runners, On Your Marks … Downtown
Looks like we’ll be seeing all those enthusiastic runners in training running the streets downtown again this spring. I have so much admiration for their dedication and the time they put in for this great Missoula event. It appears the Runner’s Edge will be hosting another spring long training session this year. Here’s the scoop if you’re interested:
Run Wild Missoula’s Missoula Marathon Running Training Class 8:00 AM Runner’s Edge
Description: Class starts Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 8 a.m. and meets until the Missoula Marathon on July 10.
Class meets at Runner’s Edge, 325 N. Higgins Ave. every Wednesday at 6 p.m. and on Sunday at 8 a.m.
Get ready for the 2011 Missoula Marathon or Half Marathon with Run Wild Missoula’s training program for anyone. You don’t have to be a semi-professional athlete, former track star, 5 percent body fat or logging 30 miles a week to participate. All you have to be is someone who wants to complete the half or full Missoula Marathon on Sunday, July 10, 2011.
The class starts with distances as low as 2 miles, but how fast you run absolutely does not matter. For beginners there is a run/walk option. Beginners who have not run a step as of the first day of class will be encouraged to set the Missoula Half Marathon as your goal. (Yes, you can do this. You have 6½ hours to complete the Half Marathon course and you have 4½ months to train.)
The program begins conservatively but you’ll find the miles start adding up quickly, even if you’re a more advanced runner. By the end of this training class you will be ready for race day.
With the Training Program, participants receive:
* Coaching by Anders Brooker, Cross Country and Track Coach at Hellgate High School and Owner of Runner’s Edge
* Comprehensive Training Program for Full and Half Marathon Trainees
* Group Runs on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 8 a.m.
* Pacers for All Levels
* Guest Speakers on Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Running Form and More!
* New This Year: Racing Singlet!
* Handheld Water Bottle
* Aid Stations every week
* Gels on 5 longest runs (the same brand used on the course of the Missoula Marathon and Half Marathon)
*Post Class Party
Cost: $75/RWM members, $100/non-members
Age Group: 18+
