Training guides
Are you new to the sport and don't know where to get started? Have you been running for a while and are ready to start breaking your personal best? Below are links to our favorite training programs.
Hal Higdon has contributed to Runner's World for longer than any other writer, an article by Hal having appeared in that publication's second issue in 1966. Author of 34 books, including the best-selling Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide. He ran eight times in the Olympic Trials and won four world masters championships. One of the founders of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). He serves as a training consultant for numerous races, including the Niagara Falls Marathon, the Thunder Road Marathon and the California International Marathon and answers questions online for TrainingPeaks, also providing interactive training programs. Click here for training guides.
Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training - the FIRST program. FIRST has developed training programs for the 5K, 10K, half-marathon and marathon. The FIRST training programs are based on results from FIRST training research studies that showed runners are able to run successful road races by incorporating three quality runs a week into their overall training program. Pacing is a crucial component to the FIRST training program. For more information click here.
Visit the Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy Performance Running page for expert tips on injury prevention including helpful exercises that will enhance strength and flexibility.
Pace charts
Cool Running Pace Calculator - click here.
North Olympic Running Club
Join the North Olympic Running Club. Meet training buddies, attend educational talks, socialize, make and achieve goals - there is no reason not to join! Club runners meet Wednesday evenings at the PAHS track.
Follow the training calendar where meeting time and locations will be posted.
Print a copy of the suggested (long run) training calendar to prepare for the June 5th event - click here.
Local training and events
Rhody Run 12K, Port Townsend, Third Sunday in May. In conjunction with the local Rhododendrum Festival, the Rhody Run has been in existence since 1979 and is one of the most well attended running events on the peninsula. For information click here.
