The Beginning Runner's Clinic |  print-friendly |
The 'First Step' running clinic jointly developed in Oakville by veteran running instructor Brian Bidwell and The Running Company is a proven six-week, Saturday morning programme designed to teach running to people new to the sport. Initiated nearly two years ago, it has successfully introduced the benefits and enjoyments of recreational running to hundreds of runners.
"Running is a fun, healthy and inexpensive recreation, states Bidwell, but unless you start on the proper foot it can be challenging for adults. We address the fears of reluctant beginners. We don't have a pre-determined distance goal."
Each Saturday morning session is comprised of approximately 1/2 hr. lecture time followed by a supervised run/walk and cool down period. Guest lecturers will speak on injury prevention, nutrition, proper apparel and other running related subjects.
"Completion of the 'First Step' programme will enable most pupils to run 5K" claims instructor and Store manager Greg McKinnon. "Many Oakville runners who compete at national and international distance races, including the marathon received their first running instruction at one of our original 'First Step' clinics."
Cost is $40.00 Plus G.S.T., which includes manual and T-Shirt. Start time is 9:00 a.m for each of the six Saturday morning sessions.
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