Quick Updates, Notes & Reminders
Don't forget to mark your calendars for all of our upcoming clinics! View the full schedule here!
Our next clinic is April 11 - Anatomy and Efficiency of Better Breathing to Fight Those Pre-Race Jitters - Marcy Freed. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. At FrontRunner on Lane Avenue
Join us in the woods this April! We have 50 pine trees to plant at the Rocks and Roots Trail! Come join us and get your hands dirty! Tree planting day is 4/15 and then join us for alittle race at the Dirt of the Earth 10K & Half on the 4/23! dirtoftheearth.com
New and Noteworthy
Running Glass City Half or Full in Toledo?!
Join us before and after the race in our cheer station tent located in mile 26! You can drop your gear, invite your friends and family to cheer you on from here, and then join us as we cheer on the rest of MIT as they finish up the race!
We will have a Fleet Feet tent, complete with lawn chairs, coolers full of tasty beverages, and a safe, secure spot to keep your gear while you race!
E-mail jeff@fleetfeetcolumbus.com if you plan on joining us!
Work-Out Notes
Wednesday April 5th, 2017
Thomas Worthington
Start: 6:30PM HEADLAMP or HANDHELD LIGHT MANDATORY!
Newbies Welcome! I cater the workouts so that any and all can partake. So, if you are new to marathon training, but have been running consistently COME JOIN US. If this is your first foray at active pursuits just come and knock out your mileage for the day, but don't do the higher intensity workout!
The Workout:
1 mile warm up to Pleasanton - HEADLAMPS OR HANDHELD LIGHT STILL MANDATORY! IT WILL BE DARK WHEN YOU FINISH!
Half
- 10x800m at interval pace; 1:1 rest
Full
- 12x800m at interval pace; 1:1 rest
What pace should I be shooting for?! Click here for our estimated pace chart!
Saturday April 8th, 2017
Whetstone HS
Start: 7:30AM
Distances:
Cap City Half Mileage: 11
Flying Pig Full Mileage: 12
Be sure to arrive no later than 7:15am!
What should I plan to wear to the next workout?
Wednesday
Forecast: Low 60's, WINDY, potential for storms. Stay tuned to MIT text alerts in event of cancellation
Top: Short sleeve base layer
Bottom: Shorts or capris
Accessories: Headlamp or flashlight
Saturday
Forecast: High 30's-Low 40's
Top: Short sleeve base layer, 1/4 zip, wind breaking
Bottom: Shorts or capris
Accessories: Brimmed Hat, light gloves
Educational Topic of the Week
Race day prep & simulation
First time and veteran half and full marathoners alike should make efforts to prepare for and simulate their race before heading to the starting line. There are several things you can do between now and race day the will greatly reduce race morning anxiety.
Get the benefits of massage at home
Massages can be a great way to ease muscle soreness, loosen up tight areas, relax, and lower the risk of injuries. But setting aside the time and money for a full-blown sports massage can be tough. Luckily there are a few quick and easy moves that you can do at home on a regular basis to take advantage of the benefits of massage.
Perfect recovery workout during your taper!
For only $10, you can train on this anti-gravity treadmill for 30 minutes. For $20, you get two 30 minute session, and so on.
For MIT members, we have a two for one special, so buy $20 worth of AlterG time and get four 30 minute sessions!
AlterG anti-gravity treadmill can assist you with precise unweighting technology on a treadmill which has the following benefits:
Please call us at 614-981-1979 to schedule your visit to Fit For Life Physical Therapy and try our AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill.
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