Summer Fast Track 5k & 10k Training Program - Kalamazoo...

• Winter Fast Track 5k Run:- Run 3.1 Miles
• Winter Fast Track 10k Run:- Run 6.2 Miles

Join us for the summer session of the 2016 Fast Track 5k and 10K (Kalamazoo) training program presented by Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR).  The Fast Track program offers four levels of workouts designed to meet your goals whether beginner or experienced runner.  Led by experienced KAR coaches, the program targets the Peacock Strut 5k & 10k scheduled for September 17, 2016 and includes training schedules, individual guidance with a low coach to participant ratio, clinics and structured Tuesday track workouts.  Sessions are conducted at 6:30 pm Tuesday nights (optional clinics at 6:00pm) at WMU Kanley Track and programs run 10 weeks from July 12, 2016 to September 13, 2016.

Program Information Night and an Apparel Clinic will be held Tuesday, June 28, 2016 from 6:30 - 7:30pm at the Downtown Kalamazoo Gazelle Sports.

Program Levels:

* Fast Track I (Beginner Walk to Run 5k Program) – Geared towards transitioning the new runner from walking to running and completion of a first 5k.

* Fast Track II (Step Up 5k & 10k Program) – Step up to the next level through our own custom designed program incorporating light fartlek (speed-play) and a gradual mileage build-up.  Geared towards runners who have mastered their first 5k, and are ready to go the next level of training for the 5k distance, or to build up mileage to run their first 10k.  (under 20 miles/week)

* Fast Track III (Introduction to Speedwork 5k & 10k Program) – Geared towards transitioning a runner who has some 5k and/or 10k running experience, but is new to track workouts and is looking for a lower mileage program (under 20 miles/week).

* Fast Track IV (Competitive Speedwork 5k & 10k Program) – Geared towards competitive runners with 5k and/or 10k racing and track workout experience who are seeking optimal performance and/or a higher mileage (20 + miles week).

Program is $35 to members of KAR through July 8, 2016 (Registration increases to $45 after July 8).   Participants may join (new members) or renew (existing members) their KAR membership upon registration. (Membership is $20/student; $25/individual and $35/household per year.

Optional short sleeve Fast Track technical shirts from New Balance are available for an additional $20.  Reserve your shirt upon registration through July 1 at 11:59pm.