Sun Run InTraining Clinics presented by Alliance Athletics start January 14, 2012
Vancouver (January 12, 2012) -- Wanting to improve your wellness? Make 2012 your year to get fit by preparing to run or walk in The Vancouver Sun Run! Signing up for a Sun Run InTraining clinic is the perfect place to start!
The 13-week guided clinics start January 14 at 65-plus centres in the Lower Mainland and beyond. Last day to register is February 3. Programs are available for walkers (Walk10K), novice (LearnToRun10K) and more experienced runners (RunFaster10K).
These proven SportMedBC's training programs intersperses walking with jogging or running in order to safely and gradually improve your fitness ability. Coordinators at each centre are experienced health and fitness professionals and work with a team of enthusiastic SportMedBC trained volunteers. Each session offers expert training plus professional advice on shoes, running gear, nutrition, tips for injury prevention, while providing camaraderie.
The $139 (plus HST) clinic fee includes 13-weekly guided training sessions with trained leaders who provide expert advice, coaching tips and motivational support as well as online technical support and information, plus a New Balance Lightning Dry Tempo long sleeve, PowerBar performance training package (value $20), Sun Run InTraining Log Book, Sun Run 2012 entry and an event souvenir T-shirt, and an exclusive gift (valued at $65) with $100+ purchase at Alliance Athletics Stores.
The Vancouver Sun Run was proud to be the first Canadian road race to include Nordic Walking. Now in its sixth year and in association with SportMedBC, Sun Run InTraining will be holding over 20 Nordic Walking clinics. See www.sunrun.com for locations. A fantastic cardiovascular activity that works your entire body; clinics include coaching from trained leaders and the motivation of training with other Nordic Walkers. Participants will be required to bring their own poles. Spaces will fill up fast -- register soon!
For a list of Sun Run InTraining clinics and more information visit SunRun.com.
Don't have time for a clinic? Then register for the virtual training program. Visit www.sportmedbc.com to sign up.
The Vancouver Sun Run takes place Sunday, April 15 at 9:00 a.m. The Sun Run is Canada's biggest 10K road race, and ranked as the second largest 10K in North America.
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