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Summer Fast Track 5k & 10k Training Program - Kalamazoo

Tue July 11 - Tue September 12 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 US Directions

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Place

Western Michigan University Kanley Track
Kalamazoo, MI US 49007

Description

Join us for the summer session of the 2023 Fast Track 5k and 10K Training Program (Kalamazoo) presented by Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR).  The Fast Track program offers three levels of workouts designed to meet your goals whether beginner or experienced runner.  Led by trained KAR coaches, the program targets the Peacock Strut 5k & 10k scheduled for September and includes training schedules, individual guidance with a low coach to participant ratio, clinics and structured Tuesday track workouts in a fun and supportive environment.  Sessions are conducted at 6:30 pm Tuesday nights (optional clinics at 5:30pm) at WMU Kanley Track and programs run 10 weeks from July 11, 2023 to September 12, 2023.

A Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program Information Session will be held prior to program start on Wednesday, June 22 from 7:00 pm - 8:00pm at KRESA Wile Auditorium, 1819 East Milham Road, Portage, MI  49002. Light refreshments will be provided. 

Program Levels: 

* Fast Track I (Beginner Walk to Run 5k Program) – Geared towards transitioning the new runner from walking to running and completion of a first 5k.

* Fast Track II (Introduction to Speedwork 5k & 10k Program) – Geared towards transitioning a runner who has some 5k and/or 10k running experience, but is new to track workouts and is looking for a lower mileage program (under 20 miles/week).

* Fast Track III (Competitive Speedwork 5k & 10k Program) – Geared towards competitive runners with 5k and/or 10k racing and track workout experience who are seeking optimal performance and/or a higher mileage (20 + miles week). 

Program is $35 ($45 after June 30th) to members of KAR and registration will remain open through July 30, 2023 or until the 100 participant cap is attained, whichever is sooner. Participants may join (new members) or renew (existing members) their KAR membership upon registration. (Membership is $20/student; $25/individual and $35/household per year. 

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