Spring 2021 Marathon Training Program

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Spring 2021 Marathon Training Program

Welcome to Fleet Feet Chico Marathon Training Program. This program is designed to help both new and experienced runners reach their marathon goals in a positive and fun group environment.

This training program lines up with the dates of the Bend and Avenue of the Giants Marathons, but it is also a great program for anyone looking to build their running endurance with an encouraging group.

While this marathon training program is filled with perks at its core – experienced coaches, goal-based training plans, insights from experienced marathon insiders, and premium race day experiences – it is really about building a community of people who share a passion and want to work together to reach their goals.  This program is about encouraging and motivating one another to do your best. Whether you are looking to finish, improve, or perform, this program will leave you a smarter, healthier, and happier runner.

Training Program Benefits

·       Twice weekly group workouts led by expert coaches and awesome mentors

·       Daily training schedule with goal-specific workouts

·       Weekly training newsletter with training tips, work out details, and more!

·       E-mail support – the coaches will answer individual questions regarding training and running related issues

·       Clinics on nutrition, apparel/footwear, injury prevention, and stretching

·       Personalized workout plans - have a goal, we'll help get you there!

·       Helpful tips and advice on Race Day strategy and preparation

·       Lots of Encouragement and Motivation!

Training Program Logistics

·       First group workout on Saturday, January 2nd at 7:30am at Hooker Oak Park

·       2 Weekly group workouts on Wednesdays @ 5:30am and Saturdays @ 7:30am

·       Limited to 20 participants

·       Program Fee $150

·       Program will run for 17 weeks

·       Registration will be open from December 5th- January 17th, 2021

·       Target Races: Bend Marathon and Avenue of the Giants (April/ May)

 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: We will be keeping a close eye on local government mandates in regard to COVID-19; procedures will be implemented based on current recommendations when the training program begins. As of now, these are the guidelines we will follow:

·       Participants will check in with their coach. The coach will be signing in and out each participant

·       Participants are to stay socially distant from each other during the group check in process, as well as during group stretching and warm-ups

·       During the run we will avoid congested areas when possible and run single file to be courteous of others space on the path

·       Refrain from hugs, high fives, fist bumps, etc.

·       You may wear a mask before or after the workout if it makes you more comfortable, but it will not be required due to distancing outdoors

·       We advise against wearing a mask during the workout due to increased side effects with increased respiration

·       No water coolers, cups, or nutrition products will be provided due to shared nature

·       Participants should remain outdoors and will not be permitted into the store to use the bathrooms

·       Participants may shop in the store during normal business hours

 

Minimum Activity Level

·       Ability to run 9 miles and currently exercising 3-5 times per week. 

·       Ability to run or run at a 12:00 min/mile pace or faster

 

Coach Information:

This program will be coach by Coach Paul Smith. Paul started running in the 5th grade and continued into High School, running for the Lassen High cross-country team. After high school Paul ran for two years on the Chico State cross country team.

 


After college Paul went on to coach at Sierra College for a year, two years at American River College, four years at Pleasant Valley High School and at Fleet Feet Chico for the last 15 years. Primarily focusing on the marathon for the past 10+ years. He personally has ran over 20 marathons and is a wealth of knowledge for our staff.

 


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