5K Walking Program
Registration for the 2007 season is now closed. Registration will reopen June 2008.
The Walking 5K training program takes place from mid summer through the fall. Its target race is the Fall Rockville 5K race. If you have not been active at all, and/or you have reservations about your fitness level, check with your physician to see if this program is appropriate for you. The Walking Program focuses on incrementally increasing walking duration and speed. To facilitate friends and family participation in a fitness activity that is just right for each member, the walking training takes place in conjunction with the 5K Coed Runners program. Once again we welcome the partnership with Potomac Community Resources.
Staff
Best Foot Forward Coordinator
Wanda Walters
Head Coach
Vicky Nathan
Manager
Daisy Minter
General Schedule
Orientation - Tuesday, July 24, 2007, 7:00 PM, Gaithersburg High School, cafeteria. 314 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (come dressed for workout).
Weekly Tuesday Night Track sessions will begin at 7:00 PM, Gaithersburg High School. Workouts will end with stretching exercises provided primarily by the 5K Coed Runners program staff members. Track workouts will focus on form, coordination, duration and speed.
Saturday Long Walks begin July 28, 8:00 AM King Farm Park, at the corner of Deer Meadow Lane and Saddle Ridge Road, Rockville, MD. Long walks may also take place at other designated locations throughout the duration of this program.
Pace Groups
Participants, based on orientation day pace assessment, will be placed in one of three color pace groups: Blue - Fast Pace; Yellow - Medium Pace; Red - Slower Pace.
Volunteer Requirement
Except for a small service charge, this program is free. Participants are reminded that program costs are kept low due to the volunteer nature of the club. All participants are required to assist in at least one club race or event.
Running and Racing Prerequisites
This program is designed for walkers who want to improve their fitness level and complete a 5K (3.1 mi) distance with ease. All shapes, sizes and skill levels are welcomed!!
Other Noteworthy Events
Guest speakers and other celebrations TBD!
Training Information Web Site
Please click here for more specific information on schedules, calendar of events, articles, etc.
Registration
Registration for the 2007 season is now closed. Registration will reopen June 2008.
This program is free except for a $10.00 per person administrative fee. T-shirts will be available for purchase during the first two weeks of the program. Participants are reminded that program costs are kept low due to the volunteer nature of the club. All participants are required to assist in at least one club race or event
NOTE: MCRRC Membership Is Required for everyone except for Potomac Community Resources members.
