Advanced Level Archive
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How to Run and Walk the Half Marathon
Posted on April 12, 2011 | 1 CommentTIP #1: Approach the Half-Marathon by splitting it into two equal halves. The first half takes you to the 10-mile mark and the second half is the final 3.1 miles (5k). Now before you question my math skills, listen to my reasoning. The first 10... -
Why 60-75% Is Even MORE Important!
Posted on February 10, 2011 | No CommentsWhy 60-75% Is Even MORE Important! Repeat after me – Endurance. Aerobic Endurance. Gotta have it or you won’t have any fun out there. Face it. A half-marathon or a marathon is a long way. Pacing yourself evenly throughout the race is the fastest way... -
Why 85% Effort Is So Important
Posted on February 10, 2011 | No CommentsIn some of the more intense workouts you may see 85% as the suggested effort level. What does 85% mean and what’s the significance of that number? If you have read running magazines, books on running, or any of the hundreds of websites offering running... -
Boston Entry Changes?
Posted on January 2, 2011 | No CommentsBAA Discussing Changes to Boston Marathon Entry Process The Boston Globe With the 2011 Boston Marathon selling out in a record 8 hours 3 minutes in October, Boston Athletic Association officials are considering changes to its race registration process. After numerous meetings and research, the... -
2010-2011 Celebration, Orientation and Registration Night!
Posted on October 15, 2010 | No CommentsORIENTATION and REGISTRATION NIGHT! - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2010 5:30-7:30PM - Reed Opera House - Trinity Ballroom - Cocktail Hour, Appetizers, No-Host Bar - Training Program Orientation - Registration – Q&A and Social -
Newport Marathon June 5, 2010
Posted on June 15, 2010 | No CommentsCongratulations Team GFR Newport Marathon Runners! Raille Wilson 2:53:56 (6:39) Joel Turner 2:58:02 (6:48) Chris Erion 3:30:55 (8:03) Jennifer Kinkade 3:54:19 (8:57) Karen Rumrill 3:54:32 (8:57) Greg Burgess 4:06:13 (9:24) Rebecca Preston 4:43:47 (10:50) Brent Smith 4:44:34 (10:52) Alicia Mahrt 4:48:35 (11:01) Shelley Bokor 5:06:18... -
Advanced Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsADVANCED LEVEL. Have a definite target time or pace in mind and want more intensity in your workouts? The Advanced Level is for you. The Advanced Level helps develop running skills and strengths and is higher on the “challenge” scale, but fun is still the...