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Q. What if I'm not a very fast runner?
A.
You are welcome to join us, of course!! This running program is geared towards women of all fitness abilities and speeds.
We will coach you and teach you to become a faster and more effiecient runner. All we ask is that you be able to run 1 mile
without stopping (at the beginning of the camp). This can be a slow jog - your speed DOES NOT MATTER. We do some fun runs,
such as relays and "loop arounds" that ensure that the slowest runner never finishes last and never feels like the
"slowest runner." You will feel encouraged with each and every run, like never before!
Q. I enjoy
running, but I'm not very good. I'm a little nervous about always being the last runner. Will I be holding the group
back?
A. No, you won't hold anyone back. The way the program is designed, you won't ever feel
like you are the last runner. Wait until you try our relays (not one around a track but done during an entire run, where
the back runner runs to the front) and our "loop arounds," which make sure the slowest runner never feels like the
"slowest runner." Everyone is very encouraging. More than anything, you will feel empowered and become a great
runner before long.
Q. What does EZ8 stand
for?
A. EZ8 (Easy Eight) gained its name because
our goal is for you to run an eight-minute mile with ease. It is also an 8-week program. (However, that part isn't always
so easy)!
Q. What happens if half way through the running session I become injured, will I get a refund?
A. First of all, we will take every precaution that you will not become injured (in fact, please do not arrive late
to the runs, even if you find the stretching boring - the stretches are very important to the program). However, in the unlikely
event you do become injured you will receive a credit for the missed days toward a future running camp.
Q. I have been told that I run like a duck, can you fix that?
A. Everyone
has their own unique running style. The way you run is often due to your biomechanics. Sometimes it is because you just haven't
learned proper body alignment and technique. We will assess your running style and help you incorporate modifications as needed.
Q. I can't breathe when I run, so I can't run very far. What is the furthest you run?
A. Often times people run too fast, so they go anaerobic imediatley. (They feel out of breath). Another reason you
may have challenges breathing is you are breathing from your chest. Breathing this way creates "shallow breathing."
We will teach you techniques so you can breathe more easily while you run. Every week our distance will vary. You will build
on your distance. The furthest you will run will be 4-5 miles.
Q. Are the "fun runs" really fun?
A. Ha ha, yes!! There are activities incorporated into the fun
runs that make you forget you are running - the time truly flies!
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