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Spring/Summer Sole Runners Full and Half Training Every Saturday, 7 AM, Marina Vista Park
OFFICIAL SOLE RUNNERS FULL AND HALF MARATHON TRAINING EVERY SATURDAY, 7 AM AT MARINA VISTA PARK
Use This Link to get Directions to Marina Vista Park
Schedule for Saturday, July 31st:
6:50 AM – 7:15 AM – Registration
7:00 AM – 7:15 AM - Training Focus for This Week
7:15 AM – 7:20 AM – Body Looseners
7:20 AM – 10:20 AM – Half Marathoners 1:50 run/jog/walk , Full Marathoners 3:00 run/jog/walk
9:20 AM & 10:30 AM - Yoga for Half Marathoners and Full Marathoners
ON-LINE REGISTER NOW OPEN – CLICK HERE If you would prefer to pay by check and save the Active.com processing fee, please send me a check, made out to Tri This Coaching, and mail it to: 1600 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena, 91030.
FAQs
How long is a marathon and half marathon? What marathons are we training for?
A marathon is 26.2 miles and a half marathon is 13.1 miles. We will be training for Long Beach, Athens Greece, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Honolulu, the new Los Angeles 13.1, San Diego Rock ‘n Roll, and others.
What’s involved in the training?
Every Saturday, starting in May we meet at Marina Vista Park in Long Beach. We will start off each Saturday will a quick discussion on important topics related to successfully completing your marathon. Topics will include hydration, nutrition, shoes, clothing, and more. We go out on our run and finish each Saturday with an optional yoga session. You will receive a training schedule that lists at least two other runs of 30-60 minutes per week and suggested cross training. You are expected to train on your own or with friends during the week.
Do I need to be in shape to train with the Sole Runners? Is there a Pre-season?
No you do not need to be in shape but yes we will start a special pre-season training, beginning Saturday, May 1. Many people like to get a head start, so we provide it. That doesn’t mean if you miss the pre-season you miss anything. Our official start date is Saturday, May 22, because we specialize in working with beginners, intermediates and people coming back to running. We take people off the couch and get them running, jogging, and walking. And, between the yoga and ChiRunning® we train you smarter and reduce your chance for injury.
Do we have to show up every Saturday?
No, you will have a training schedule. If you miss a Saturday, you will know what you have to do. In fact, some people are doing this program virtually and might not ever come to a training session but will run with our team the day of the Spring Marathon of their choice.
How long will the Saturday runs take?
The program is broken into three phases. The first 8 weeks should take 2.5 hours or less each Saturday. Weeks 9-18 will depend on the recommended time/mileage and your training pace. After 8 weeks you will know better and we will help you plan appropriately at that time.
Where do we run and what support is provided?
Many of our training runs are on the streets, bike paths, and trails around where we start our runs. We provide sports drink at the beginning and end of each Saturday training, Clif Shots, Clif Blocs and other goodies. Even with numerous water fountains and bathrooms along the training routes, we strongly encourage participants to train with a hydration system. Understanding your own nutritional needs during a race takes practice and we ask you to bring what you need to eat, so on race day you already know what works best for you.
What is MarathonTraining.TV and ChiRunning? Do we run, walk or both?
MarathonTraining.TV is an internet driven training system that uses a proven training regimen. ChiRunning® is a running technique based on biomechanics and efficiency. We will work on specifics focuses associated with the MarathonTraining.TV principles and ChiRunning® techniques each week to develop your best running practice. The primary focus will be running but we encourage you to walk when your body tells you too. We would like you to try at least combining running and walking. We do have participants that walk. It is a small group yet they receive that same benefits of the program and training in a group. Some of our walkers have incorporated easy jogging into their training.
Do I have to use ChiRunning®?
No, we recognize individual preferences yet we will be coaching the ChiRunning® techniques. You can run with your own form, and we think you may want incorporate some of the well thought out principles of ChiRunning®, even though you continue with your personal running form.
Are there going to be timed pace groups?
A MarathonTraining.TV principle is that we do not have formal, timed pace groups. We believe that pace groups limit potential speed and increase chance for injury because people stop listening to their bodies in order to keep with their pace group. We teach participants to become more aware of their body while running, according to how it feels. After a few group runs, people that run at a similar pace usually end up running together. Running with different people is a great way to make new friends and work on your form with others. Last year, we had people training from a 3:10:00 marathon pace to a 7:00:00 marathon pace.
What do we get from this program?
A 21-week professionally coached training program, a one hour group ChiRunning lesson ($75 value), a Sole Runners technical training shirt, a “ChiRunning” book by Danny Dreyer, weekly training articles, sponsor discounts, and more. You pay for the marathon or half marathon you want to run.
Can I still go to the gym and lift weights and can we do any other activities besides run?
Absolutely, and if you are already on a fitness program, please continue. Cross training is encouraged. If you have any question about your program, I will be happy to discuss them with you.
How do I join when is the first day to sign-up and the cost?
Registration is open now and the cost is $150. You save the on-line processing fee if you send me a check, made out to Tri This Coaching, 1600 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena, 91030 or you can register on-line: Click Here to Register
What other support will we receive?
Besides receiving weekly emails discussing the past week and the current week’s training focus, you will also receive numerous tips relating to successfully completing a marathon. You will be able to email Coach Steve with your questions (within reason). If you want additional help we can discuss private or group training sessions at an additional cost.
Where are the directions to where we meet each week?
We will meet at Marina Vista Park in SE Long Beach Find Marina Vista Park Location Free parking available on Elliot St.
How do I stay in the Group Coaching Marathon Training information loop? Join SoCalRunning.com It’s free! The easy sign-up form is in the upper center of the main web page.
Who is my primary contact? Steve Mackel, CHt, Certified ChiRunning/ChiWalking Coach, USA Triathlon Coach MarathonTraining.TV Head Coach and Program Director Steve@SoCalRunning.com (818) 414.9181
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