Winter 2015 Distance Goals


The PB Spring program starts on January 31. Look at the chart below for long run distance and total weekly mileage (TWM) goals for various spring races. You should be comfortable with the following minimum distances prior to the start of the program. Don't see your race? Other races can be accommodated. Contact Coach Amy.

Race
Long Run
TWM
Rock the Parkway Half
6-8m
16-18m
Garmin and KY Half
4-6m
14-16m
Boston, Garmin, KY Full
14-16m
32-34m
Cows Half
3-4m
8-12m
Hospital Hill Half
3-4m
8-12m



Lower ranges are for novice runners and higher ranges are for experienced runners. Remember, in preparation for the season, you should increase your TWM no more then 5-10% per week.

Members, if you need help with your off season training schedule in order to be ready for the start of the season, contact Coach Amy.

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Top 5 Running To Do's January 2015


Time to cross the road into 2015 and make your running commitments. Let PB and Coach Amy help. Here is a list to get you started with your running to do's:
  1. Run FREE with PB  
  2. Register for your spring races
  3. Set your Spring 2015 running goals 
  4. Strengthen run specific muscles 
  5. Join PB 2015 Spring Session 
Run FREE with PB.
Stay run fit during this gap between sessions. Free Saturday long runs are ongoing through Jan. 24th. Meet at Sport and Spine 7:00 a.m. Courses are set up for 10 miles. Contact Doug Stinson, free run coordinator, to be included on the e-mail list. This is important in case a run is cancelled due to inclement weather or illness.

Pick your Spring race(s).
Avoid rising race costs and register early. PB supported races this spring include: Rock the Parkway, Garmin, Boston, Kentucky Derby, Running with the Cows and Hospital Hill. Other races can be accommodated.

Set your Spring 2015 running goals.
Do you have a time goal? A distance goal? Perhaps you want to lose weight or stay healthy. If you need help setting your goals, contact Coach Amy. 

Strengthen run specific muscles.
This is key to improving your running fitness: increase your speed, running efficiency and help prevent injury. Now is the time to start. Group classes for runners are held at Sport and Spine and taught by Coach Amy. Running boot camp: Sunday nights 5:30-6:30 p.m. starting January 11th.
Barre classes: Wednesday nights 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Friday mornings 5:45-6:45 a.m.

Join PB 2015 Spring Session.
Our session kicks off on January 31st and ends May 30th. Membership includes coaching, training plans, weekly long runs and speed work sessions. Details TBA.

PB Trip to Kentucky Derby Marathon

PBers will morph into pegasus this spring and head to the Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon in Louisville, Kentucky. The half and full marathon is on April 25th. Register here. Group travel details TBD. If you want to go, you need to: Book a refundable room at the Galt Hotel with check in the 24th and check out the 26th and e-mail coach Amy. 

A little inspiration for you winter run goals.


It can be hard to remember why you love running when you are faced with a cold, dark wintery morning. It's easy to put your goal on a shelf, turn off that alarm and roll over for some more sleep. Don't give up! Here is an inspiration to kick you out the door this winter, keep an eye on your goals and remind you to be thankful for your legs! Click here for Kayla Montgomery's story.