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  • Get Fit To 5K:- Run Training
RACE DATE
Saturday, April 23, 2016
Address
200 Welles
CITY
Glastonbury
STATE/TERR
Connecticut
Zip
06033
COUNTRY
USA
Description

The Glastonbury River Runners offer two  FREE training programs a year.  First session starts  on April 23rd 2016, ending the our June 26th 2016 race. Second session starts on Sept 10th 2016, ending with The Mckeen Law race to Fill The Panty.

Let us help you reach your goal of completing a 5K (3.1 miles). Through this nine-week training program, we are here to offer you group support, motivation and fun along the way! Not only will you complete your goal, but you also will meet some fantastic running partners that can last beyond race day. You can do this! It’s at least worth a try.

Our training program leads you up to a local GRR race. The group meets on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings in Glastonbury.

Please note that due to overwhelmingly popular demand for previous programs, numbers are limited to 50. Register well in advance to guarantee your spot.

What to Expect

Our training group will meet two days a week (Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings).
Saturday sessions take place at Riverfront Park, 200 Welles Street, Glastonbury, CT
Tuesday sessions begin at 6 p.m. at Glastonbury High School, Lot D.
Training will be held rain (unless there is thunder & lightning) or shine.
Participants will train at the pace that they feel comfortable with in achieving their weekly goals. This training is about YOU accomplishing YOUR goal of running your chosen distance at YOUR own pace.
Various coaches will be spread throughout the group to support all pace levels.
We encourage you to join the group training sessions as much as possible. However, we do realize that conflicts may occur. If you miss a particular session, we suggest you do that session’s training on your own at a more convenient time.
Additional training segments on your own (or with a friend) are also recommended. Doing the suggested workouts is what will help you successfully reach your goal.
This program will be supported by experienced runners and coaches who will cover different aspects of a running regimen throughout the program, including warming up, stretching, hydration, pacing, avoiding injury, goal setting, safety and proper footwear.
All you have to do is register, show up, and we will help keep you going!
We look forward to getting to know you, supporting you in reaching your weekly goals and cheering you on as you cross that finish line!

As with any exercise program please consult with your physician prior to beginning.

Quotes from previous participants
“Loved the program and looking forward to continue the experience! Half marathon here I come!!!”
Carla Mackay

“The GRR training group was a great experience! Not only was it an unbelievably supportive group but it was fun! It was great to meet new friends who were also starting at the same point. The improvement with the group as the weeks moved on was amazing and we are still running together. The GRR is a terrific group to be a member, keep up the great work!”
Howard Small

“Thanks! I couldn’t of accomplished this without GRR’s help and support. Had a great time yesterday! It was very exciting to run my first 5k. I heard about this group through the Glastonbury Citizen. I’ll make sure I like GRR on FB. Hope to see you soon!”
Pam Murphy

“I saw a sign for the club a while back and started stalking the website for when a training group was going to start…Thanks for all your help!”
Jess Crowley

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