It's time to PARTY! My 12th Birthday is Monday September 20 and I convinced the GFR Crew that we should do something very special for this wise old dog! I want to see as many people as possible on my birthday and I know the best way to get people to show up:

ALL ITEMS IN THE STORE WILL BE 12% OFF ON MY 12th BIRTHDAY, September 20. No other day. No exceptions. No special rules. If it is in the store, and you wish me Happy Birthday you can fill your bag with anything and take 12% OFF!

Please do not bring any treats or gifts for me. While I like stuff as much as any old dog, I really want you to benefit on my birthday.

WAFFLE MORNING::
On Saturday Sept 11 from 8am-10:30am runners, walkers and bicyclists can finish their morning workout with a hot waffle from Downtown Waffles. The waffle cart will be set up at GFR's front door. If you have not had a waffle from James, you are missing a great way to refuel after your Saturday morning run or bike ride. Check out the Downtown Waffles Facebook Page. Downtown Waffles also grabbed some nice press this past weekend: James Cloyd - Waffle Maker See you Saturday morning! Have a great workout and finish hungry!

MOVIE NIGHT:
On Friday Sept. 24th at 8:30pm the Capitol City Theater and Gallagher Fitness Resources will be presenting "Running the Sahara", a feature documentary that chronicles the attempt of three ultra-marathoners to run across Africa's Sahara Desert. The Expedition begins at the Atlantic coast in Senegal, with a goal to reach the Red Sea in Egypt, running through Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Libya, and Egypt – essentially two marathons per day, for more than eighty days, without a day off.

Running the Sahara is a character-driven film that delves into the life-changing experiences of the three runners as they encounter diverse African cultures and tackle not only the elements, but the physical and emotional obstacles as they run across the Sahara Desert.

Historic Capitol City Theater is located on the second floor of the Reed Opera House in downtown Salem. The seating capacity is around 85 comfortable theater seats. Let's fill it with runners and walkers!

Cost is $10 for film and door prizes. Someone will go home with a FREE pair of shoes from Gallagher Fitness Resources! Half of the proceeds from ticket sales for this night will be given to Senai Global, an organization dedicated to putting clean water wells in Africa. Statesman Journal Event Announcement for Running The Sahara

CROSS COUNTRY SEASON HAS STARTED!
10% Discount for all Cross Country Athletes and Coaches on ALL shoes - Even SALE Shoes - All YEAR! Training shoes, racing flats, XC Spikes are all in stock. Some sizes are limited because so many student-athletes shopped in August. Don't get left behind. Contact us to organize a team outing to GFR and we will stay open late so your team can get fitted properly!

GET ACTIVE - GET REWARDED! Listed here are local events. Whatever walk or run you do this summer or fall, chances are you may be rewarded with a door prize from Gallagher Fitness Resources. Get out and get active! Go to our ActiveSalem Events site for more event listings: GFR Calendar of Events

Runners and Spectators - If you are going to the Saxon Invite be sure to stop by the PUMA tent for Giveaways, Door Prizes and Discounts!

Tight leg and hip muscles generally contribute to knee and foot pain. Learn which muscles are tight and how to release them for decreased pain and better performance. Conditions addressed include: IT Band Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis, Shin Splints, Piriformis Syndrome and more. Learn to take care of yourself by creating elasticity in the muscles and treating the cause of a problem, rather than just the symptoms. Minimize the aches and pains that steer you off the path toward your goals and train more effectively. Trigger Point Therapy Link

When: Monday, September 20th 6:15-7:30pm
Registration Deadline: 6pm Friday, September 17th -

Location: Gallagher Fitness Resources, 135 Commercial St NE - Downtown Salem
Class Size: limited to 12
Cost: $25.00 if you use your own trigger point tools; $35 to Try B4U Buy. Must be received by registration deadline
How to Register: Sign-up In-Store or reserve your spot by phone with credit card payment
Details: Bring your Trigger Point tools or let us know if you would like to Try B4U Buy. Bring an exercise mat. Arrive by 6pm to check in. If you don't have Trigger Point products and wish to purchase them prior to the class, please arrive before 6pm. This is a hands-on class so trigger point tools are required.

NEW! SAMPLE sets available for class use if you want to Try B4U Buy. After the class, if you purchase a Total Body Kit or a Hip Performance Kit, receive $10 OFF your purchase. Kits range in price from $109.95 for the Foot Performance Kit to $159.95 for the Hip Performance Kit. To have all tools used in the class, we recommend the Total Body Kit or the Hip Performance Kit. Depending on the kit you select, DVD’s and Guidebooks are extra.

Questions: 503-364-4198 or email Susan@ActiveSalem.com

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