Speed Work Program Fall 2011

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Speed work is included with membership in the PB run program. Non-members may purchase Fall 2011 speed work sessions for $120.00. Speed work training includes a schedule and coaching. Fluids are provided.

Speed work sessions start a few weeks into the season after a base level of fitness has been built. Many runners believe this form of training is only appropriate for advanced runners. However, all levels of runners can benefit. Speed training develops improved running form, efficiency, power, raises anaerobic threshold, and trains fast twitch muscle fibers.

Depending upon training goals, speed work sessions may include:
  • Intervals
  • Hill repeats
  • Plyometrics
  • Pace runs
  • Fartleks
Fall 2011 Speed work sessions are held on Tuesday evenings.
August 23rd - September 27th at 6:00 p.m. Roe Park
October 4 - November 1st at 5:30 p.m. Franklin Park

Members - this link has the speed work program details from your packet.

Training Schedules Fall 2011

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Runners come in all shapes, sizes and speeds and much of this has to do with genetics. But luckily, training does help. The effects of training are different for each individual. One schedule may work better for your friend then it does for you.

Fortunately, there are many different training schedules that are successful in preparing runners for the demands of a half or full marathon. Personal Best is offering two different plans: Personal Best Vision and Personal Best Zone. Both schedules are acceptable for the novice to intermediate recreational runner and can be modified for the advanced competitive athlete. Either schedule is suitable whether your goal is to complete a half or full marathon for the first time, PR or qualify for Boston.

Last year the Vision and Zone schedules were presented in a calendar format separate from one another. This season, the two schedules appear on the same chart and differ only in the long run mileage.

Which one you choose is personal preference. Read the explanation of schedules before you make your choice. Click here for an explanation of the schedules and considerations to keep in mind.

Go forth and train!

PB is Gearing Up for Fall!

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Personal Best is Gearing Up for Fall.

August 6th - November 12th, 2011
 Join Us.
$150.00 by August 1st
$180.00 after after August 1st, late enrollment is prorated

Stay in the loop! Click here to stay updated on all PB events.

Coed Poker Run with SB2SB

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SB2SB is hosting another co-ed poker run on Monday, July 25th to raise money for the Girls on the Run – Serving Jackson County. The theme will be…. Luau!

Remember it’s only $10! You'll run less than 4 miles and retrieve 5 poker cards - best hand wins! Prizes for best gal and guy costumes, best gal and guy poker hands, and fastest gal and guy. Please invite all of your family and friends to come out and walk, run, or volunteer!

Registration is 6-6:45 pm on the patio at the Brooksider Bar & Grill (www.brooksiderbarandgrill.com). Come in costume with $10, get a workout, and leave happy!