Want to run a half marathon? Start! Training

Posted @ Mar. 30 2011 12:55PM by Ethan - arts-entertainment

Are you that person who promises yourself to sign up for your first long-distance race, but accidentally lets the deadline pass? Maybe you forgo your training because you don't want to do it alone. Perhaps you're on the other end of the spectrum, a seasoned runner who's been in several different races, but you're looking to meet some new running mates. The American Heart Association introduces Start! Training, a team half marathon training and fundraising program for people of all abilities. It doesn't matter if you prefer to walk or run like the wind, Start! Training has something for everyone. As a member of the program, you will be able to take part in weekly group trainings while you raise a minimum of $500 for the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.

No previous experience is necessary. As a participant of the program you will have:  

*Comprehensive training schedule and group training sessions.
*Three months of supervised coaching by experienced coaches.
*Team gear given upon fundraising benchmarks
*Advice on nutrition, injury prevention and fitness topics
*Fundraising material, ideas and support
*Team camaraderie, events and activities

Learn more about Start! Training at these info meetings:

Tuesday, April 5th at 12:00pm
Puget Sound Energy
355 – 110th Avenue NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Wednesday, April 6th at 6:30pm
Run 26
15603 Main Street B-106
Mill Creek, WA 98026

Thursday, April 7th at 3:00pm
Virtual Info Session
Register on the Start! Training website to receive call-in info

Thursday, April 7th at 6:30pm
Everyday Athlete
11829 - 98th Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA 98034

The official training Kick-off:
Saturday, April 9th at 8:30am
Bitter Lake Community Center
13035 Linden Avenue N
Seattle, WA 98133

To learn more about how you can get involved as a coach, mentor or participant, visit www.starttrainingpugetsound.org.