Fantastic 1st clinic, everyone! Thanks for coming out. Although a bit brisk upon starting out, the weather was absolutely fantastic, and people were starting to shed layers 15 minutes into the run! Keep thinking about those form/technique pointers, and we'll build on them next week!
Apr 13, 2010
Apr 11, 2010
Clinic #4, May 10th - RACE STRATEGIES
Our 4th clinic is also the last prior to the 1st race in the Central Alberta 5 Peaks Race Series at Canada Olympic Park! Our intentions were to hold this clinic on the actual COP race course, however, the COP wanted $300 from us for the permission to run on their private trails!!! But, do not despair, we have found an excellent place to simulate the COP race (dust included) on the trails of Bowmont Park in Silver Springs, NW.
At this clinic, we will focus on race strategies for the COP race. We will talk about the course layout and strategies that will help you decide how best to tackle the terrain, be efficient on the ups & downs, and give it your best performance, especially on the final BIG up & downhills to the finishline. We'll also touch briefly on a bit of pre-race prep. for the days leading up to and the morning of the race! Come on out and bring your 'race face' with you!!
Date: Monday, May 10th, 2010
Time: 6:30pm, sharp
Location: Bowmont Park, Silver Springs (NW Calgary)
Length of session: 90 minutes (run 60 min max.)
Drop in Cost: $10 (cash or cheque)
Directions: Heading north on Crowchild Trail towards Nose Hill Dr., take the Silver Spring Gate/Sarcee Trail exit (which is the exit just before the Nose Hill Dr. exit). Upon exiting, stay in your left lane and turn left at the traffic lights, taking you over the bridge crossing the hwy you just exited. Follow this road into Silver Springs to your first set of lights, and turn left. Parking is along the street at this entry point to Bowmont Park.
http://www.calgary.ca/docgallery/bu/parks_operations/bowmont/bowmont_brochure.pdf (Map is on page 2 - meeting location is at 2nd parking lot off of Silver Springs Gate [not 1st], with yellow star beside)
What to Bring:
*Running shoes (road shoes are fine, however, as time goes on, you may want to try a shoe specifically designed for trail running)
*Water and a snack (bars or gels are good)
*Extra layers
*Gloves and a toque/beanie
*Change of clothes/towel for afterwards
*Completed waiver & registration form if this is your first time out
(will be emailed to you if you pre-register via email)
At this clinic, we will focus on race strategies for the COP race. We will talk about the course layout and strategies that will help you decide how best to tackle the terrain, be efficient on the ups & downs, and give it your best performance, especially on the final BIG up & downhills to the finishline. We'll also touch briefly on a bit of pre-race prep. for the days leading up to and the morning of the race! Come on out and bring your 'race face' with you!!
Date: Monday, May 10th, 2010
Time: 6:30pm, sharp
Location: Bowmont Park, Silver Springs (NW Calgary)
Length of session: 90 minutes (run 60 min max.)
Drop in Cost: $10 (cash or cheque)
Directions: Heading north on Crowchild Trail towards Nose Hill Dr., take the Silver Spring Gate/Sarcee Trail exit (which is the exit just before the Nose Hill Dr. exit). Upon exiting, stay in your left lane and turn left at the traffic lights, taking you over the bridge crossing the hwy you just exited. Follow this road into Silver Springs to your first set of lights, and turn left. Parking is along the street at this entry point to Bowmont Park.
http://www.calgary.ca/docgallery/bu/parks_operations/bowmont/bowmont_brochure.pdf (Map is on page 2 - meeting location is at 2nd parking lot off of Silver Springs Gate [not 1st], with yellow star beside)
What to Bring:
*Running shoes (road shoes are fine, however, as time goes on, you may want to try a shoe specifically designed for trail running)
*Water and a snack (bars or gels are good)
*Extra layers
*Gloves and a toque/beanie
*Change of clothes/towel for afterwards
*Completed waiver & registration form if this is your first time out
(will be emailed to you if you pre-register via email)
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