Additional Information
The SDTC Whatever Half Marathon Training Program starts in September. The program includes weekly Tuesday night group track workouts and Saturday morning long runs with aid station support, training schedules tailored for three running speeds (12:00 to 10:00 minutes per mile, 10:00 to 7:30 minutes per mile, and 7:30 minutes per mile and faster), seminar speakers, access to a half marathon training web site, and long run course maps/route descriptions.
SDTC WhateverHalf Marathon Training Program runners come from all walks of life and all levels of experience. Many are running their first 13.1-miler, while others are hoping to set personal records in repeat performances. Some of the experienced runners serve as leaders within the three groups. They offer additional guidance, from staying on course during long runs to dealing with training interruptions. Weekly mileage builds steadily and safely, but runners entering the program should already be able to run comfortably for thirty minutes. The SDTC WhateverHalf Marathon Training Program does not include a walkers division.
WORKOUTS
The weekly Tuesday evening track workouts are coached and are preceded by announcements and stretching. Runners will develop proper form and a sense of pace through a variety of exercises, including tempo runs, intervals, fartlek and calisthenics to build core strength. The group atmosphere builds friendships as well as stamina.
The group long runs take place at various locations in San Diego County and include some of the area's most scenic routes. You and your running buddies will share runs along the beach, Mission Bay, Coronado, the waterfronts of San Diego Bay and Sunset Cliffs.
SEMINARS
The weekly seminars are held before and/or after the group long run on Saturday mornings. Previous seminar topics have included: nutrition, core training, weight training and cross training for marathoners, injury prevention and treatment, choosing the right shoe, improving breathing patterns and balance, pain relief and sports performance, information on massage and chiropractic, mental preparation for the marathon and motivational speeches by local coaches and athletes.
ENROLLMENT
Enrollment opens to the public on May 20th. The program will sell out. Please do not wait until the last minute. By enrolling in the half marathon training program you must also join the San Diego Track Club if you are not already a member. This membership is for the remainder of 2011 and entitles you to all the benefits of track club membership, including discounts at numerous local running stores and in local races.
ENROLLMENT INCLUDES
* SDTC Membership for the remainder of 2011 and SDTC Newsletters
* A 12-week training schedule
* San Diego Training location
* Saturday Long Run aid station support during the 12-week SDTC Half Mad Half Marathon Training Program
* Professionally-coached year-round Track Workouts
* SDTC Half Mad Half Marathon Training Program Technical t-shirt and Shoe Tag
* SDTC Half Mad Half Marathon Training Program website for the Half Marathon Training Program members only
Training fees
SDTC Member: $50
Non-SDTC Members: $75
