NEWSLETTER

May 5th, 2009

May 5th, 2009

'Within each of us is a hidden store of energy-energy we can release to compete in the marathon of life.' Roger Dawson

GENERAL INFO
Athens Marathon Update: Time to start booking! Apostolos Greek Tours has asked us to start booking as they only have a specific amount of spots available. We are working on group discounts and so far we are guaranteed $100 off per person; however our discount could be much better depending on how many people we get in our group. So, please start booking! Please contact Jill at [email protected] or you can call her at 303- 755-2888. Please mention the code AGT-FIT for your discount. (Please note discounts are only available for Active FIT members, meaning you must have joined or renewed your membership in 2009 in order to get our group discounts. Jill will send us a list to verify) If you have any additional questions on the tours offered, please visit: athensmarathon.com

Baltimore Marathon Update! Baltimore participants, please email [email protected] to get your registration discount code and get on our Baltimore roster.

Thank You Debbie and Lars for a GREAT Safety seminar presentation!

Our Seminar this Saturday is "Run/Walk Comfortable with the Proper Shoes and Gear" Brought to you by Runners Depot. Join us this Saturday as Runners Depot Co-owner Chuck K and Brooks Representative Gene talk to us about the different shoe types available to you according to your individual needs. They will also be discussing proper running gear, helpful accessories and much more! There will be a raffle and some fun prizes at the end. You don’t want to miss this seminar brought to us by one of the best 50 running stores in the country!

“Training Tip of the Week” SAFETY FIRST Please be sure to practice safety during your runs/walks. On Saturdays, wear your FIT shirts for more visibility, during the week, always tell someone where you're going to train and how long you're going to be. Most of all, do not forget to have your ID with you in case of emergency.

 

FIRST SOCIAL EVENT OF THE SEASON! FLAMENCO ANYONE?
Join your Friends In Training at a fun Flamenco Dance Show on Saturday May 9th at 6:30 pm at the River of Grass Artpark Susan B. Katz of the Performing Arts Theater (17195 Sheridan St. Building U Pembroke Pines, Fl 33313) Tickets are $20 per person. If interested, please email Denise at [email protected] by Thursday, May 7th at noon.
 
SATURDAY, MAY 9
This Saturday, all groups will go out for a 5 mile walk/run. Please note the different start times according to your group!

Please be at the park 15 minutes prior to your start time.
 

Group A (14-16 min/mile pace) - 6:30 AM

Group B (12-14 min/mile pace) - 6:30 AM

Group C (10.5-12 min/mile pace) -6:45 AM
 

Group D (9.0-10.5 min/mile pace)-7:00 AM

Group E (< 9.0 min/mile pace) - 7:00 AM

 

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday! :)  

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Congratulations MS 150 Bike Tour and Flying Pig Marathon Participants!

We would like to congratulate all the FIT members who participated in the MS150 Bike Tour and the Flying Pig Marathon this past weekend. Way to go everyone!

 

If you participate in any athletic events and would like to be recognized, please let us know. Your success is our success! email [email protected] 

“My Success Story” By Joe Zarranz

I believe that each individual has to be encouraged on the level where they are at. I was one of those individuals that was slow and overweight and didn't think they could do it. I might not have lost as much weight as I would like, but I feel I am on my way to not only improving my health but my overall philosophy of life. I now know I can accomplish anything I set my mind to, as long as I am willing to put the effort and training into it.

Way to go Joe! Joe has completed several Marathons and 1/2 Marathons since he joined FIT. And he recently completed the Goofy Challenge with a Personal Record! Joe you made us so proud!

 

If you’d like to share your story, please email [email protected] 

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